Ixempra 45mg Injection
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Product introduction
Ixempra 45mg Injection is used in the treatment of breast cancer. It can be used alone or in combination with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy. It works by interfering with growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed.
Ixempra 45mg Injection is used to treat a variety of cancers, either alone or in combination with other drugs.
Ixempra 45mg Injection is used to treat a variety of cancers, either alone or in combination with other drugs.
Uses of Ixempra Injection
Benefits of Ixempra Injection
In Breast cancer
Ixempra 45mg Injection helps to treat breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities like chemotherapy. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Ixempra 45mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. 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.
Side effects of Ixempra 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 Ixempra
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Muscle pain
- Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
- Mucosal inflammation
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Joint pain
- Hair loss
- Low blood platelets
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Nail disorder
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhea
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Nausea
How to use Ixempra Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Ixempra 45mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ixempra 45mg 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
Ixempra 45mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Ixempra 45mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ixempra 45mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Ixempra 45mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ixempra 45mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Ixempra 45mg Injection is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
Use of Ixempra 45mg Injection is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Ixempra 45mg Injection is given as an IV infusion under the supervision of a doctor 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.
- It may lower your body's ability to fight with infection, so maintain distance from the infected person.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count (CBC) and liver function.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Epothilones ASnalogue
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
abcde
Action Class
Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents
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Marketer details
Name: BMS India Pvt Ltd
Address: Bristol-Myers Squibb India Pvt. Ltd., The India Bulls Finance Centre, 6th Floor, Tower 1, Senapati Bapat Marg, Elphinstone (W), Mumbai - 400013
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: October, 2024
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ixempra 45mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: October, 2024
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Ixempra 45mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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₹71886
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