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ACOTICYT 150MG INJECTION

Prescription Required

Salt Composition : Carboplatin

Manufacturer : ACCORD PHARMA

Origin of Medicine : India

MRP: ₹869
Price : ₹622
You Save : ₹247 (28%)

1 Vial(s)

Introduction to Acoticyt 150mg Injection

Acoticyt 150mg injection belongs to the medication class known as an alkylating agent. It is an anti-cancer medicine that contains the active ingredient Carboplatin. It treats a certain type of ovarian and lung cancer as a single or combined with other medications. 

Consult your doctor if you have any symptoms of allergic reactions, abnormal bruises, kidney problems (haemolytic-uraemic syndrome), and a decrease in red blood cells (anemia). Report to your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms like; shortness of breath, lung tissue inflammation, or lung infection while taking an Acoticyt 150mg injection.  

Use effective contraception while receiving this medication and continue to use it for six months, even after receiving the final dose. Acoticyt 150mg injection may reduce fertility temporarily or permanently in both men and women. So it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns from your doctor.

Uses of Acoticyt 150mg Injection

  • Acoticyt 150mg injection treats ovarian and lung cancer.

Therapeutic Effects of Acoticyt 150mg Injection

Acoticyt 150mg injection acts as an alkylating agent. This medication reduces the proliferation of cells by inhibiting the formation of DNA, RNA, and proteins, which stops DNA replication and results in programmed cell death.

Interaction of Acoticyt 150mg Injection with other drugs

Inform your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications, such as Cisplatin and other anticancer drugs, interacting with Acoticyt 150mg injection may reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. 

More Information about Acoticyt 150mg Injection

  • Keep away from the reach of children.
  • Protect the tablets from light and metal; store them below 25°C.
  • Do not refrigerate the injection.

How to consume Acoticyt 150mg Injection

Acoticyt 150mg injection is administered as an intravenous infusion into the vein. If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person. 

Safety Advices for Acoticyt 150mg Injection

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Pregnancy

  

Acoticyt 150mg injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Report to your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, or planning for the pregnancy before starting the treatment. 

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Breast Feeding

  

Taking Acoticyt 150mg injection while breastfeeding may be unsafe because it may affect the child. Therefore, talk with r doctor to get more information. 

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Lungs

  

Consult your doctor if you experience any symptoms like; shortness of breath or lung tissue inflammation, or lung infection while taking a Acoticyt 150mg injection.

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Liver

  

Consult your doctor if you experience any liver disease while taking this treatment. Patients with liver disease should cautiously use Acoticyt 150mg injection.

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Alcohol

  

 It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking a Acoticyt 150mg injection is safe. Please speak with your physician.

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Driving

  

While taking Acoticyt 150mg injection, it is unsafe to drive or use machines because it may cause nausea, changes in vision, vomiting, etc. Talk to your doctor for more information.

Side Effects of Acoticyt 150mg Injection

effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious 

  • Reduced number of red blood cells (anemia)
  • Allergic reactions
  • Abnormal bruises
  • Kidney problems
  • Hearing problems
  • Fever, chills

Common

  • Loss of taste, diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Hair loss
  • Skin rashes
  • Itchiness
  • Extreme tiredness and weakness
  • Inflammation in lung tissues
  • Tingling or numbness in your hands, arms, or legs
  • Prickling sensation
  • Difficulties in breathing

Word of Advice

Discuss your fertility problems with the doctor; since both men and women may experience temporary or permanent reductions in fertility while receiving Acoticyt 150mg injection in treatment. If you experience any symptoms mentioned as a side effect, consult your doctor immediately. Avoid taking Cisplatin or any anti-cancer medication while under Acoticyt 150mg injection treatment. Notify your doctor if you have recently had a yellow fever vaccination or plan to have one or any other medication.

FAQs

Q 1. What If I get pregnant while taking Acoticyt 150mg injection?

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant before starting with Acoticyt 150mg injection intravenous infusion.

Q 2. Can Acoticyt 150mg injection be self-administered?

No, Acoticyt 150mg injection should not be self-administered and must be given only under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

Q 3. Should I use contraception even after the treatment with Acoticyt 150mg injection?

Yes, Using contraception durng and after treatment with Acoticyt 150mg injection for at least six months is necessary.

Q 4. Can Acoticyt 150mg injection affect infertility?

Yes, Acoticyt 150mg injection may reduce fertility temporarily or permanently in both men and women. So, talk with your doctor about fertility concerns.

Q 5. Is it okay to take new medication while taking Acoticyt 150mg injection?

Do not take any medication during and after treatment with Acoticyt 150mg injection without informing your doctor.

Fact Box of Acoticyt 150mg Injection

Molecule name:  Carboplatin 

Therapeutic class:  Anti-cancer

Pharmacological class: alkylating agent

Indications: Treatment for certain types of lung and ovarian cancer. 

References

  1. Hospira UK Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on Oct 2021], [Accessed on 22nd Feb 2023],https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3787.pdf 
  2. Teva Parenteral Medicines, Inc, U.S Food & Drug Administration FDA, [Revised on Oct 2011,[Accessed on 22nd Feb 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2012/077139Orig1s016lbl.pdf
  3. Wim J. F. van der Vijgh et.al; Clinical Pharmacokinetics of Carboplatin; [Published online on 09 Nov 2012];[Accessed on 22nd Feb 2023]; https://link.springer.com/article/10.2165/00003088-199121040-00002 

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