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Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial

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Mitomycin Injection contains Mitomycin | belongs to Cytotoxic antibiotic

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How it works

Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in your body.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial

  • Fever
  • Loss of appetite
  • Black or tarry stools
  • Decrease in white blood cells and platelets
  • Shortness of breath
  • Weakness and general discomfort
  • Hair loss or thinning of the hair
  • Dizziness
  • Decreased urination
  • Cough
  • Swelling of ankles or feet rare
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Skin rash

Uses of Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial

What is it prescribed for?

  • Stomach cancer

    This medicine is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of cancer of the stomach.

  • Pancreatic Cancer

    This medicine is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of pancreatic cancer.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Thrombocytopenia

    The medicine is not recommended for use in patients with low platelet counts due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known allergy to Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial or any other active ingredients present along with the formulation.

  • Coagulation disorders

    The medicine is not recommended for use in patients with coagulation disorders (conditions that affect the normal blood's clotting activities) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
  • Use in children

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established. However, the doctor may prescribe this medicine in certain circumstances if the benefits outweigh the risk. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before administering this medicine.

  • Risk of infections

    Use of this medicine may weaken the immune system and may make you more vulnerable to infections. It is advised that you avoid coming in contact with people suffering from an infection while receiving this medicine.

  • Liver diseases

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Lung impairment

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a compromised lung function due to the increased risk of lung toxicity. Close monitoring of lung function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

  • Kidney diseases

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative might be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

  • Driving or operating machinery

    Use of this medicine may rarely cause dizziness or lack of energy in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any dizziness or lack of energy during or immediately after treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low. If you miss any scheduled session, contact your doctor immediately for further instructions.

  • Overdose

    Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Live attenuated vaccines and related products severe
  • Etanercept severe
  • Ganciclovir moderate
  • Azathioprine moderate
  • Clozapine severe
Disease interactions
  • This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.

  • severe

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of recurrent infections due to the increased risk of myelosuppression. Initiation of therapy with this medicine in patients with active infections is not recommended. Patients susceptible to infections should be monitored closely during treatment with this medicine. An alternative treatment option may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

How to use Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial

IV: Vesicant. Administer slow IV push or by slow (15-30 min) infusion via a freely-running dextrose or saline infusion. Consider using a central venous catheter. Further dilution to 20-40 mcg/mL in NS or Sodium Lactate.
Reconstitution: Dilute powder with SWFI or 0.9% sodium chloride to a concentration of 0.5-1 mg/mL.
Compatibility: Stable in LR.

what are the adverse effects of Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial?

Bone-marrow depression, GI upset, wt loss, bleeding, rash, mouth ulcer, pulmonary toxicity, alopecia, cystitis.

What happens if I miss a dose of Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial?

Adults & Elderly: Refer to individual protocols; Single-agent therapy: IV: 20 mg/m² every 6-8 wk. Combination therapy: IV: 10 mg/m² every 6-8 wk.
Bladder carcinoma: 20-40 mg/dose.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Mitomycin Injection 10 mg 1 Vial. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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