Oncovac Vaccine
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Product introduction
Oncovac Vaccine is a medicine used for treatment of early-stage bladder cancer. It is recommended for people with early bladder cancer that has not yet reached the bladder muscle. It kills the cancer cells and reduces the risk of cancer coming back again (recur).
Oncovac Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Oncovac Vaccine is used to prevent some infectious diseases
Uses of Oncovac Injection
Benefits of Oncovac Injection
In Treatment of Early-stage bladder cancer
Oncovac Vaccine helps to treat early stage bladder cancer. It kills the cancer cells by stimulating the immune system of our body. It prevents progression of the disease to advanced stages of cancer and also reduces the chances of recurrence of the cancer. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse directly into your bladder through a catheter. It should not be self-administered.
Side effects of Oncovac 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 Oncovac
- Urinary tract infection
How to use Oncovac 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 Oncovac Vaccine. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oncovac Vaccine may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Oncovac Vaccine is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Oncovac Vaccine does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Oncovac Vaccine in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Oncovac Vaccine in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Oncovac Vaccine helps treat bladder cancer and also prevents cancer from coming back after bladder surgery.
- It is put into your bladder through a tube by a doctor or nurse.
- Do not drink any liquid 4 hours before or 2 hours after you get this medicine.
- You will be asked to urinate immediately before and 2 hours after Oncovac Vaccine is given to you.
- Inform your doctor if you are also taking medicines for tuberculosis, other medications such as antibiotics or those that affect the immune system.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Vaccines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VACCINES
Action Class
Live attenuated vaccines
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Oncovac Injection for?
Others
75%
Tuberculosis *
25%
*Tuberculosis (TB)
How much was the improvement?
Poor
89%
Average
11%
What were the side-effects while using Oncovac Vaccine?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
FAQs
Q. What is Oncovac Vaccine used for?
Oncovac Vaccine is a medicine used to treat early stage bladder cancer. It is made from a weakened strain of Mycobacterium bovis, a vaccine for tuberculosis. Oncovac Vaccine stimulates the immune system to attack cancer cells and this stops the cancer from growing as well as spreading to other unaffected parts.
Q. What are the side effects of using Oncovac Vaccine?<br>
Oncovac Vaccine can cause side effects like difficulty in urination, urinary tract infection, and fever. It also commonly causes a burning feeling in the bladder, the need to urinate often, and even blood in the urine.
Q. Are there any serious side effects of Oncovac Vaccine?
Usually, you may have a fever as one of the common side effects of Oncovac Vaccine. But if the fever is prolonged with a temperature of or above 101 degrees, or if you have chills, rash, prolonged cough, specific joint pain, or if any of these symptoms last longer than 48 hours, then you should contact your doctor immediately. Your doctor may prescribe some medications to relieve these side effects and may also suggest ways to cope up with them.
Q. Can Oncovac Vaccine cause blood in the urine?
Yes, causes some irritation to the bladder and may cause bleeding that may give your urine a reddish color. Drink as much fluids as you can to keep your urine clear and to prevent blood clots from forming in the bladder. Usually, this bleeding resolves after sometime. But, if it does not or if it bothers you, consult your doctor.
Q. Is it safe to have an intercourse while on treatment with Oncovac Vaccine?
No, one should refrain from having unprotected sexual intercourse while on treatment with Oncovac Vaccine. In fact, men must wear a condom for the entire six-week treatment and women must avoid any vaginal contact for an additional six weeks after treatment too. This is to ensure safety of the other partner, because Oncovac Vaccine does not contain dead but weakened bacteria. So, it may affect the unaffected individuals and therefore is advised not to indulge in sexual contact.
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
- Sinha A, Singh S. Immunization and Immunodeficiency. In: Paul VK, Bagga A, editors. Ghai Essential Pediatrics. 8th ed. New Delhi: CBS Publisher's & Distributors Pvt Ltd.; 2013. pp. 190-91.
Marketer details
Name: Zydus Cadila
Address: Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad – 380015 Gujarat, India.
Country of origin: India
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