Thiother 15mg Injection
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Product introduction
Thiother 15mg Injection is used in the treatment of cancers of the brain, breast, lungs, and ovaries. It is used in combination with other cancer medicine during hematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation (HPCT). It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
Thiother 15mg Injection is used in the treatment of many types of cancer
Thiother 15mg Injection is used in the treatment of many types of cancer
Uses of Thiother Injection
Benefits of Thiother Injection
In Non-small cell lung cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Thiother 15mg Injection helps treat non-small cell lung 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 Ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is a cancer that begins in the female organs that produce eggs (ovaries). This type of cancer is usually detected very late and can be fatal too. It usually spreads to the pelvis and stomach. Thiother 15mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but has some side effects that may be bothersome. So, you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Side effects of Thiother 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 Thiother
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Low blood platelets
- Increased liver enzymes
- Increased bilirubin in the blood
- Mucosal inflammation
- Hemorrhage
- Rash
- Diarrhea
- Blood in urine
How to use Thiother 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 Thiother 15mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Thiother 15mg 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
Thiother 15mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Thiother 15mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
It is likely that certain adverse events of Thiother 15mg Injection are dizziness, headache, and blurred vision which could affect your ability to drive.
It is likely that certain adverse events of Thiother 15mg Injection are dizziness, headache, and blurred vision which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Thiother 15mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Thiother 15mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Thiother 15mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Thiother 15mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
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Quick tips
- Thiother 15mg Injection is given as an intravenous infusion (IV infusion) under the supervisión of a doctor.
- 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 blood cell count, platelet count and liver function.
- It makes you feel dizzy. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Thiophosphoric Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkylating agent
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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
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- 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. 1355-56.
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Marketer details
Name: Therdose Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No's : 118 - 120, Road No.6, ALEAP IE, Pragathi Nagar, Gajularamaram Village, Kukatpally, Hyderabad ,Telangana - 500 072, India.
Country of origin: India
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₹18900
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