Zinocarb 50mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is used in the treatment of some kinds of cancers. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is used with other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy to treat cancers such as Hodgkin’s disease (a cancer of the lymph glands).
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is used to treat various types of cancer
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is used to treat various types of cancer
Uses of Zinocarb Capsule
Benefits of Zinocarb Capsule
In Hodgkin’s disease
Hodgkin’s disease is a type of lymphoma, which is a blood cancer that starts in the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system helps the immune system get rid of waste and fight infections. Zinocarb 50mg Capsule kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Side effects of Zinocarb Capsule
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 Zinocarb
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
How to use Zinocarb Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Zinocarb 50mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Zinocarb 50mg Capsule with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Avoid Zinocarb 50mg Capsule with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Zinocarb 50mg Capsule may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule 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
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zinocarb 50mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Zinocarb 50mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zinocarb 50mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Zinocarb 50mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Take it with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day.
- As a precaution, foods high in tyramine (eg. aged cheeses, air-dried meats, soy sauce, tap/draft beers and red wines) should be avoided when taking Zinocarb 50mg Capsule to avoid a serious reaction.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count and liver function.
- It makes you feel dizzy. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you.
- Consult with your doctor if you are planning pregnancy as it can affect your fertility.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alkylating agents, methylhydrazine derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Anticancer-others
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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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Marketer details
Name: Miracalus Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: 213, Shivai Dongre Industrial Premises, Andheri - Kurla Road, Andheri(E), Mumbai - 400 072, Maharashtra, India.
Country of origin: India
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