IRINOTEL INJECTION

IRINOTEL INJECTION

Irinotel injection (100 mg) treats colon cancer and rectum cancer. It blocks and declines the production of cancer cells. Only a qualified doctor gives this injection as an IV infusion into the vein. The medical professional will determine the dose of this injection. Also, the doctor decides the duration of this injection. It depends on the condition you are receiving the treatment for. 

Take this injection as per the advice of your healthcare provider. Else, severe side effects can occur. It can take several weeks/months to show its effects. Do not stop taking this injection without consulting your physician.

The common side effects of this medicine would be hair loss, weakness, vomiting, fatigue, or nausea. Intake of this medicine can decrease blood cell count (red & white blood cells). It can make your body catch infections faster. So, tell your physician if you experience fever, continuous diarrhea, and sore throat.

You have to go for frequent blood tests during the treatment. It helps monitor the blood cells, liver, blood, heart, and uric acid levels. If you have heart disease, kidney problems, or liver problems, inform your physician. Also, tell your physician if you are consuming any other medication to treat infections. This is because other medicines can interfere with this injection. Also, this injection can affect the working of other medicines you are taking. 

This injection is not advisable for breastfeeding and pregnant women. While undergoing this treatment, males and females should use contraceptives to prevent pregnancy.

Uses Irinotel injection

Cancer of the colon/Rectum

Benefits 

This injection helps treat cancer of the rectum and colon.

Cancer of the rectum and colon. It is also known as colorectal cancer (CRC). It is also known as bowel cancer. In this case, cancer develops in the large intestine (in the rectum/colon).

Patients suffering from this type of cancer can notice symptoms like

• Disturbed bowel movements
• Blood in stool
• Fatigue 
• Weight loss

This injection helps reduce the risk of further growth of cancerous cells and bowel cancer. The injection destroys or prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. This injection is effective, but poisonous medicine. Hence, you should consult your physician to know the risks & benefits.

Do not indulge in smoking or drinking alcohol while undergoing the treatment. Keep yourself hydrated. To stay hydrated, drink enough water.

Side effects of Irinotel injection

Most side effects of this injection are temporary and vanish once the body adjusts to it. For any bothersome symptoms, please speak to your healthcare provider.

Common side effects 

• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Vomiting
• Hair loss
• Decreased appetite
• Weakness
• Fever
• Anemia (decreased red blood cells count)
• Decreased count of white blood cells
• Diarrhea
• Mucosal inflammation

How to use this injection?

A certified doctor/nurse gives this injection. Do not try to self-inject it.

How does it work?

This injection is an effective medication to fight cancer. It terminates the action of an enzyme (topoisomerase I) responsible for the multiplication of DNA of the cancerous cells. This injection slows down the production of cancer cells and destroys them.

Storage & Disposal

You can store this injection in a cool & dry place. Keep this inject away from light. Avoid freezing this injection. Do not let children and pets access this medicine.

Dosage

 Overdose

The nurse or physician will give this injection. So, there are no chances of overdose.

Missed a Dose

A nurse or doctor would give this injection in a clinical setup. So, the chances of missing a dose are not possible. If you have missed any dose, speak to your healthcare provider instantly.

Inform your healthcare provider if

• The injection results in elevated bilirubin levels.
• You notice signs of jaundice.
• You suffer from diarrhea that continues for 24 hours and more.
• You faint, feel dizzy, or have lightheadedness.
• You have signs of infections like fever (38°C or more), pain during urination, chills, cough, or mucus.
• You are on other medicines like aspirin.
• You couldn’t consume fluids through the mouth due to vomiting and nausea.
• You notice symptoms of the severe cholinergic syndrome. For example, increased saliva, runny nose, excessive tears in the eyes, flushing, sweating, diarrhea, or abdominal cramps.
• You face breathing problems and severe cough after taking this injection.
• You face breathlessness, chest pain, redness, swelling, or warmth in a leg or an arm.
• You experience stomach pain or fail to move your bowels, especially when you have appetite loss or bloating issues.
• You are suffering from heart or kidney disorders.
• You face issues like mouth pain, mouth sores, bleeding, or trouble while eating.
• You have surgery scheduled.

Precautions & Warnings 

Pregnancy

Q-Can I take this injection during pregnancy?

There is not enough data available to show the results of this injection during pregnancy. So, pregnant women should use this injection only after discussing it with their doctor.

Breast Feeding

Q-Can I take this injection while I am breastfeeding?

Not enough information is available to know whether this injection passes to breast milk in humans. Hence, nursing mothers should not use this injection without consultation with the doctor.

Driving

Q-Can I drive after taking this injection?

This injection can lead to visual disturbances and dizziness. If you notice such effects, do not drive. Else, it can affect your awareness of driving on the road.

Alcohol

Q-Can I drink alcohol with this injection?

Not enough information is available to explain the interaction of this injection with alcohol. Please check with your doctor for suggestions. It would help you know whether you can consume alcohol while taking this injection.

FAQs

Q-How long Irinotel injection takes to show the effects of this injection?

The time required for this injection to show its effect is not found. yet.

Q-For how long do the effects of Irinotel injection last?

The time for which the effects of this medicine last is not found.

Q-Is Irinotel injection addictive?

No. It is not an addictive injection.

Do not try to injection this injection on your own. The doctor will help you take the injection to see maximum benefits.