Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml

Description

About

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml has been designed as a chemotherapy drug, prescribed most to individuals diagnosed with breast cancer, ovarian cancer, Kaposi’s sarcoma about AIDS as well as advanced lung cancer. Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml may be prescribed in combination with other chemotherapy drugs or on its own as either the first line of defense or second depending upon the severity of the metastasis.

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml is available in fluid form that comes packaged in a glass vial, to be administered into a patient’s veins by a trained healthcare professional. Dosage essentially depends on the patient’s severity of illness as well as metastasis, the response of the body to Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml and any adverse effects felt by the patient while undergoing treatment. Dosage is not to be increased or decreased without the consent of a physician. Dosage is altered depending upon the other chemotherapy drugs that the patient might be prescribed (such as Cisplatin, Trastuzumab, etc.).

Drugs such as antihistamines (Diphenhydramine), steroids (Dexamethasone) as well as H2-receptor antagonists (Cimetidine and/or  Ranitidine) as commonly administered before each use of Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml to ensure patient safety from various side effects, especially a hypersensitivity/allergic reaction.

Indications

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml can be used to treat:

• Breast cancer
• Ovarian  cancer 
• AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma
• Advanced non-small cell Lung cancer 

How Does Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml Work

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml has proved effective against cancerous cells by preventing cellular replication by interfering with either their DNA or RNA replication.

How To Use Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml is injected slowly into the patient’s veins (intravenously) by a trained healthcare professional. The area where the needle is to pierce the skin is first disinfected with an alcohol swab or any other disinfectant that the hospital has. Then the needle was uncapped, and the solution was injected into the body. The area of the skin where the needle enters may slightly bruise or remain sore for 24 hours. After the injection the needle prick is pressed down (by hand) for 20 seconds, to make sure there is no bleeding and then a band-aid is placed on top.

Dosage

Dosage essentially depends on the patient’s severity of illness as well as metastasis, the response of the body to Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml and any adverse effects felt by the patient while undergoing treatment. Dosage is not to be increased or decreased without the consent of a physician. Dosage is altered depending upon the other chemotherapy drugs that the patient might be prescribed (such as Cisplatin, Trastuzumab, etc.)

Adult Dosage

For First-Line Treatment of Cancer: 175mg/m² or 135mg/m² of Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml may be prescribed, to be infused into the patient’s bloodstream over 3 hours. After a 3-week interval, this dosage is to be repeated, for the rest of the treatment period. Cisplatin is commonly prescribed along with Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml if so, then Cisplatin (75mg/m²) may be infused right after Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml. In case Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml is being used in combination with Doxorubicin (50mg/m²); it is advised to administer 220mg/m² of the drug,24 hours after Doxorubicin.

For Second-Line Treatment of Cancer: 175mg/m² of Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml may be prescribed, to be infused into the patient’s bloodstream over 3 hours. After a 3-week interval, this dosage is to be repeated, for the rest of the treatment period.

For Treatment Of AIDS-Related Kaposi’s Sarcoma: 100mg/m² of the drug may be prescribed, to be infused into the patient’s bloodstream over 3 hours. After a 2-week interval, this dosage is to be repeated, for the rest of the treatment period.

Child Dosage

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml is not prescribed to patients aged 18 years and below.

Elderly Dosage 

Dosage for elderly patients is altered depending upon the patient’s severity of illness as well as metastasis, the response of the body to Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml and any adverse effects felt by the patient while undergoing treatment. Patients suffering from heart and liver diseases are asked to consult their physicians before ingesting any drug.

Pregnancy Use and Lactation

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant and breastfeeding women. If you are undergoing treatment with Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml and become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately, the doctor will ask you to stop using Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml:

• Allergic reaction to Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml or any other drug or ingredient
• Moderate to severe Liver disease/impairment
• Breastfeeding 
• Neutrophil levels <1.5×10⁹

Precautions 

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml:

• Mild to moderate Liver disease/impairment 
• Mild to moderate heart disease/impairment 
• Alcohol abuse 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml:

• Alcohol
• Antifungal medication 
• Rifampicin 
• Carbamazepine 
• Phenytoin
• Nevirapine 
• Efavirenz

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml has certain side effects which include:

• Hypotension
• Soreness at the sight of injection 
• Stomach problems (such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea)
• Muscular aches and pains 
• Skin rash
• Hair loss

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt, the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor

• Swelling of hands and feet 
• Bradycardia 
• Difficulty in vision 
• Difficulty or pain in urinating due to infections

How To Cope with Some of The Adverse Effects

• Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhea –Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water.
• Muscular Aches and Pains- A hot or cold compress can be placed at the area of discomfort to bring relief; an over-the-counter pain reliever such as paracetamol or ibuprofen can be ingested to bring ease as well. Avoid high-intensity exercise while suffering from muscular pain.
• Skin Rash- can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream. Apply a cold compress to the rash helps reduce itchiness and redness caused by the rash. An antihistamine (prescribed by a doctor) is also recommended as an effective way to combat any skin rash.
• Hair Loss- To combat hair loss caused by medicines, patients are advised to ingest supplements prescribed by a physician to help with the regrowth of hair. Patients may even opt for steroid injections or creams to help aid hair growth. The pumpkin seed oil has also been shown to improve hair growth.
• Soreness at the site of injection- a cold compress can be used for 5 minutes to ease out the soreness.

FAQs

#1. Can I Take Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml During My Pregnancy?

No,Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy.

#2. What Are Common Side Effects Caused By Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml?

• Hypotension
• Soreness at the sight of injection 
• Stomach problems (such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea)
• Muscular aches and pains 
• Skin rash
• Hair loss

#3. Will Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml Affect My Fertility?

Yes, there is sufficient evidence to suggest that patients might experience a decrease in fertility. Patients are advised to discuss all possibilities with their physician before starting any treatment.

#4. What Lab Tests Will Be Prescribed While Treatment With Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml And How Often?

Kidney and liver function tests along with blood tests to keep a check on serum potassium levels are advised to be done periodically along with an occasional ECG test to monitor the OT intervals of a beating heart.

#5. Is It Safe to Have Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml Along with Oral Contraceptives?

Yes. There is no evidence to suggest that Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml interacts with oral contraceptives. Rather patients are encouraged to use contraceptives for 6 months after treatment with Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml ends as this drug may cause harm to the fetus.

#6. Is It Normal to Feel Lightheaded After Getting Injected With Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml?

Yes, if Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 mlmakes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

#7. Is Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml Safe to Give to Elderly Patients?

Yes. This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age. For elderly patients, the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased liver and kidney function.

#8. How Is Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml Supposed to Be Taken?

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml is available in fluid form that comes packaged in a glass vial, to be administered into a patient’s veins by a trained healthcare professional.

#9. Is Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml Safe Enough to Be Prescribed to Lactating Women?

There is evidence to suggest that Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml passes into breast milk; therefore, this drug is not prescribed to breastfeeding women.

#10. How Does Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml Work?

Intaxel 100mg Injection 17 ml has proved effective against cancerous cells by preventing cellular replication by interfering with either their DNA or RNA replication.