MYCIDAC C INJECTION

Introduction:

Mycidac-C Injection is an immunomodulator composed of heat-killed Mycobacterium W (Mw), indicated to treat NSCLC (Non-small Cell Lung Cancer) along with other anticancer agents leading to improvement in overall response, Quality of Life and survival of patients.

A gene called Desmocollin-3 (DSC-3) is expressed in the cancer cells of the lung, bladder, head & neck and prostate. Mycidac C Injection is the first immunotherapy agent that targets and manages the tumors expressed by the DSC-3 gene. 

Uses of Mycidac C Injection:

Mycidac C Injection is used in the management of the following conditions:

• Non-small cell lung cancer
• Bladder cancer
• Melanoma
• Head and neck cancer
• Prostate cancer 
• Optic nerve toxicity

How Mycidac C Injection works:

Mycidac C Injection works by activating the T cells, natural killer cells and other immune cells. This activation helps target and kill (DSC-3) that expresses cancer cells. This delays the progression of the tumor and improves overall survival.

Interaction with other drugs:

Inform your physician regarding any medicines you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

More Information:

Store as per the labelled instructions. Keep out of reach of children.

References:

1. Cadila Pharmaceuticals, [Revised on 2021] [Accessed on 12th Aug 2021],  https://www.cadilapharma.com/research/worlds-first-innovation/
2. Krunal Kavathiya., et al. “Desmocollin-3 and Cancer”. Acta Scientific Cancer Biology 3.9 (2019): 19-28, https://www.actascientific.com/ASCB/pdf/ASCB-03-0155.pdf

How to use Mycidac C Injection:

Use this injection only under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.

Safety Advice:

Pregnancy:

Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant. 

Breastfeeding: 

Consult your physician for advice before taking this medicine if you are a breastfeeding mother.

Liver:

Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have liver diseases. 

Kidney:

Inform your physician before starting this treatment if you have kidney diseases. 

Allergies: 

Inform your physician before taking this medicine if you are sensitive to this medicine or any of its ingredients.

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

Common:

• Injection site reactions and ulcers
• Bruising
• Lesions