Adside Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Adside Injection is used to treat different cancers of lung, and testicles. It is also sometimes used to treat some other kinds of cancer in both men and women. It can be used on its own, or sometimes given together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
Adside Injection is used to treat a variety of cancers, either alone or in combination with other drugs.
Adside Injection is used to treat a variety of cancers, either alone or in combination with other drugs.
Uses of Adside Injection
Benefits of Adside Injection
In Small cell lung cancer
Small cell lung cancer is a fast-growing type of lung cancer commonly caused by smoking that starts with small tumors in the lungs but eventually spreads to the other parts of the body as well. Adside Injection helps treat such types of cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
In Testicular cancer
Testicular cancer is the cancer in the male organs called testicles, that make male hormones and sperm. The testicles are located inside a loose bag of skin (scrotum) underneath the penis. Adside Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells in men. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.
Side effects of Adside Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Adside
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Diarrhea
- Hair loss
- Liver damage
- Low blood platelets
- Nausea
- Rash
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Vomiting
How to use Adside Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Adside Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Adside Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Adside Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Adside Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Adside Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Adside Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Adside Injection is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Use of Adside Injection is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Adside Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Adside Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Adside Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Adside Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Adside Injection
₹174.0/Injection
Posid 100mg Injection
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹130.95/injection
25% cheaper
Etolon 100mg Injection
Celon Laboratories Ltd
₹124.71/injection
28% cheaper
Oncosid 100mg Injection
United Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹187/injection
7% costlier
Etosid 100mg Injection
Cipla Ltd
₹190/injection
9% costlier
Bioposide 100mg Injection
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹142.85/injection
18% cheaper
Quick tips
- Adside Injection is given as a slow infusion in the vein by a healthcare provider only.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
- Let your doctor know if you notice a skin rash, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing and swelling of the tongue.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Podophyllotoxins Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents
Patient concerns
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1715-16.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 520-21.
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Etoposide. [Updated 2019 Jun 3]. [Accessed 18 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Adley Formulations
Address: Adley Formulation, SCO- 42, Sector 12, Panchkula-134112, Haryana, India
Country of origin: India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
MRP
₹174
Inclusive of all taxes
5.0 ml in 1 vial
SOLD OUT
Notify me