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Lupitux 100mg Injection
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Introduction to Lupitux 100mg Injection
Lupitux 100mg injection is an anticancer medication containing the active ingredient Cetuximab which belongs to the class of medicine called a monoclonal antibody. It is used to treat metastatic cancer of the large intestine either used alone or with a combination of their medicine. Additionally, it is also used to treat certain types of squamous cell cancer of the head and neck. Cancer is a condition in which cells multiply uncontrolled and abnormally.
Do not take Lupitux 100mg injection if you are allergic to Cetuximab or any other ingredients of this medicine. This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents. Inform your doctor if you had or have any heart, kidney, or lung disorders. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to red meat, tick bite or positive for antibodies; it makes a severe allergic reaction. Please tell your doctor if you have eye problems like blurred vision, red or severe dry eyes, or eye pain.
Your doctor will take a blood test to monitor your WBC count; because there is a chance of reducing WBC counts while taking this medicine with a combination of anticancer medicine (platinum-based therapy). Inform your doctor if you take Fluropyrimidine as an anticancer combination, as this medication can cause life-threatening heart problems. Do not breastfeed or drive while taking the Lupitux 100mg injection. Discuss the effective contraception method as this medicine should not be used during pregnancy.
Uses of Lupitux 100mg Injection
- Metastatic colorectal cancer
- Squamous cell cancer head and neck
Therapeutic Effects of Lupitux 100mg Injection
Lupitux 100mg binds to the protein called epidermal growth factor receptor (EFGR). As a result of this binding, cancer cells no longer receive the signal that the cells need for growth and development. Thus, this medication prevents cancer cells from growing.
Interaction of Lupitux 100mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. In particular, tell your doctor if you are taking medicines for blood pressure or other heart conditions. Certain medications may interact with Lupitux 100mg and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Lupitux 100mg Injection
- Store Lupitux 100mg in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C)
- Do not freeze
- keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.
- If you have missed any dosing appointments, inform your doctor and schedule immediately.
How to consume Lupitux 100mg Injection
It should only be administered by a trained doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer the injection. Before giving the Lupitux 100mg injection, you will be given other antiallergic medicine (pre-medication) to reduce the possible side effects. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of your treatment based on the disease severity and other factors. It will be given as an intravenous infusion, and you will be monitored carefully for any unwanted side effects.
Safety Advice for Lupitux 100mg Injection
Breast Feeding
It is unsafe to take an Lupitux 100mg injection if you are breastfeeding as it passes into breast milk. You need to tell your physician if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking an Lupitux 100mg tablet is safe. Please speak with your physician.
Liver
Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking Lupitux 100mg, as this medication should be used with caution in liver disease patients. Consult your physician before taking this medicine.
Lungs
Lupitux 100mg can cause interstitial lung disease (ILD). So, inform your physician about any underlying lung disorders before consuming, as this medication should be used cautiously in lung disease patients. Consult your physician before taking this medicine.
Driving
Driving while taking Lupitux 100mg is unsafe because this medicine might cause dizziness and tiredness, so avoid driving and operating machinery during this treatment.
Pregnancy
Lupitux 100mg injection may cause harm to the unborn baby when administered to a pregnant woman. You need to tell your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking this medicine.
Side Effects of Lupitux 100mg Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Infusion reactions (swelling of face, eyes, mouth, throat, or lips, difficulty breathing, wheezing, chest pain, fainting, or fever)
- Heart problems
- Blistering or peeling of skin
- Vision problems
Common
- Diarrhea, constipation
- Weight loss, poor appetite
- Nausea, vomiting
- Excessive growth of hair in the skin
- Low blood counts
- Difficulty breathing, cough
- Liver problems
- Infection
- Headache
- Weakness
- Skin rash
Word of Advice
Before starting the treatment with metastatic cancer, your doctor will take a test of your cells to detect whether your blood contains the normal or mutant form of RAS. If they contain, then Lupitux 100mg must not receive in combination with other anticancer treatments containing Oxaliplatin. It is not advised to use in children and adolescents. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any cardiopulmonary-related symptoms. Do not freeze the medicine.
FAQs about Lupitux 100mg Injection
Q1.
Does Lupitux 100mg cure cancer?
Lupitux 100mg is not a cure for cancer; instead, it can help to slow down or restrict the growth and spread of cancer cells, which improves the quality of life of patients with certain types of cancer.
Q2.
How is Lupitux 100mg different from other cancer drugs?
Lupitux 100mg is a monoclonal antibody drug that targets a specific protein in cancer cells, while other cancer drugs may work differently.
Q3.
How often do patients need to receive Lupitux 100mg treatments?
The frequency of Lupitux 100mg treatments can vary depending on the type and stage of the cancer being treated, as well as other factors such as the patient's overall health.
Q4.
Can Lupitux 100mg be used in combination with other cancer treatments?
Yes, Lupitux 100mg is often used in combination with radiation therapy or chemotherapy to treat certain types of cancer.
Q5.
What is the difference between Lupitux 100mg and other cancer treatments?
Lupitux 100mg is a targeted therapy specifically targeting cancer cells with high levels of EGFR. It differs from chemotherapy and radiation therapy, which target both cancer and healthy cells.
Fact Box of Lupitux 100mg Injection
Molecule name: Cetuximab | Therapeutic class: Antineoplastics |
Pharmacological class: Monoclonal antibody | Indications: 1. Metastatic cancer colorectal cancer 2. Squamous cell cancer head and neck |
References
- Merck Europe BV, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [Revised on July 2019] [ Accessed on 22nd April 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/317/pil
- Eli Lilly and Company, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on April 2019] [ Accessed on 22nd April 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/125084s273lbl.pdf
- Richard M Goldberg; Cetuximab; Nature Reviews. Drug Discovery; Published on May 2005; Accessed on 22nd April 2023; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15962524/
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Aswini Priya Velmurugan
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Last updated : 14 May 2026 | 06:09 AM (IST)
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