Uses of Posid 50mg Capsule
- Testicular cancer
- Small-cell lung cancer
- Acute myeloid leukemia (blood cancer)
- Hodgkin’s lymphoma and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
- Ovarian cancer
Product Description
Introduction to Posid 50mg Capsule
Posid 50mg capsule is an anticancer drug with the ingredient Etoposide. It belongs to the medication class known as cytostatic. It is used to treat certain types of cancers such as testicular cancer, small-cell lung cancer, acute myeloid leukemia (blood cancer), tumor in the lymphatic system (Hodgkin’s lymphoma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma), and ovarian cancer in adults.
Talk to your doctor if you had or currently having radiotherapy or chemotherapy. Report to your doctor if you have any infections or low levels of protein (albumin) in your blood. Posid 50mg capsule should not be taken if you have recently been vaccinated with yellow fever or any live vaccines. Before starting treatment with this medicine, it is very important to tell your physician if you currently or previously had any medical conditions of kidney problems or liver disorders.
Both women and men should use effective birth control during the treatment and at least 6 months after the last dose. In men, it is recommended not to father a child during and up to 6 months after the treatment. So it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns from your doctor. Administration of the Posid 50mg capsule may cause a reduction in the level of blood cells and increase the risk of developing infections. So, your doctor may perform blood tests regularly to monitor your kidney and liver function. It is unknown whether it is safe to use on a child.
Therapeutic Effects of Posid 50mg Capsule
Posid 50mg works by inhibiting the activity of topoisomerase II (essential for cell replication) and DNA synthesis, which will prevent cancer cells from growing and multiplying, ultimately leading to cell death.
Interaction of Posid 50mg Capsule with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications such as Ciclosporin, Phenytoin, Phenobarbitone, Warfarin, Anthracyclines, Aspirin, and Fosphenytoin may interact with Posid 50mg and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Posid 50mg Capsule
- Keep Posid 50mg out of sight and reach of children.
- Store at a controlled room temperature between 15°C to 30°C.
- Store in the original package
- Do not refrigerate or freeze.
How to consume Posid 50mg Capsule
Posid 50mg capsule is taken on an empty stomach with a glass of water. Avoid chewing, breaking, or crushing it. Your physician will choose the dosage based on your medical condition because it differs for each person.
Safety Advices for Posid 50mg Capsule
Pregnancy
Do not take this Posid 50mg if you are pregnant because it may cause harm to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor before starting the treatment.
Breast Feeding
It is unsafe to breastfeed while taking Posid 50mg because it can cause toxicity to the baby. Please consult your physician for more advice.
Lungs
Consult your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms like; shortness of breath or lung inflammation while taking an Posid 50mg capsule.
Liver
You need to tell your doctor if you have any liver disorders before taking Posid 50mg capsule. Your doctor may perform blood tests regularly to monitor your condition. Consult your doctor for more information.
Alcohol
It is unknown if drinking alcohol while taking an Posid 50mg capsule is safe. Please speak with your physician.
Driving
Driving while taking an Posid 50mg capsule is unsafe because this medicine can cause tiredness, lightheadedness, or dizziness.
Side Effects of Posid 50mg Capsule
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Severe allergic reactions (swelling of tongue, or throat, breathing difficulties, rash, flushing, fast heartbeat)
- Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
- Blood disorder
- Hepatotoxicity (damage to the liver)
- Acute leukemia
Common
- Nausea, vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal pain
- Constipation, diarrhea
- Changes in skin color
- Weakness
- Asthenia (feeling weak)
- Temporary hair loss
- High or low blood pressure
- Dizziness
- Redness of the skin
- Sore lips, throat, or mouth ulcers
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