Etosid (Etoposide Capsules)

Vepesid (Etoposide) is a cancer medicine that is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat various forms of cancer (e.g., small cell lung cancer and testicular cancer). Etoposide works by slowing the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. This medicine is available in capsule and injection forms. The dosage of Generic for Vepesid prescribed to each patient will vary. Always follow your physician’s instructions and/or the directions on the prescription drug label. Usually drug interactions occur when it is taken with another drug or with food. Before you take a medication for a particular ailment, you should inform the health expert about intake of any other medications including non-prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines that may increase the effect of Generic for Vepesid, and dietary supplements like vitamins, minerals and herbal, so that the doctor can warn you of any possible drug interactions.

Etoposide phosphate (brand names: Eposin, Etopophos, Vepesid, VP-16) is an inhibitor of the enzyme topoisomerase II. It is used as a form of chemotherapy for malignancies such as Ewing's sarcoma, lung cancer, testicular cancer, lymphoma, non-lymphocytic leukemia, and glioblastoma multiforme.

Also, tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks containing caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

Etosid 50mg Capsules Uses

Etosid 50mg (Etoposide Capsules) is used in the treatment of small cell lung cancer and testicular cancer. (Etosid 50 MG Capsule) Etoposide, etoposide phosphate is a cytotoxic anticancer drug which belongs to the topoisomerase inhibitor drug class. Etoposide is used as a form of chemotherapy for cancers such as Kaposi’s sarcoma, Ewing’s sarcoma, lung cancer, testicular cancer, lymphoma, nonlymphocytic leukemia, and glioblastoma multiforme. It is often given in combination with other drugs ( bleomycin ). It is also sometimes used in a conditioning regimen prior to a bone marrow or blood stem cell transplant.

How it Etosid 50mg Capsules works

Etosid 50mg (Etoposide Capsules) belongs to a group of drugs called antineoplastics. It works by slowing the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Etosid 50mg Capsules Side effects

The following is a list of possible side effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Etosid 50mg (Etoposide Capsules). This is not a comprehensive list. These side effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Loss of appetite
• Fever
• Change in voice
• Hair loss
• Abdominal or stomach pain
• Diarrhea

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• Model:PVJ602145
• Manufacturer:Cipla