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Tepawel 100mg Injection
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Tepawel 100mg Injection
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THIOTEPAMarketer
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Introduction
Tepawel 100mg Injection belongs to the class of medication known as Antineoplastics. It contains the active ingredient Thiotepa. It is prescribed in combination with other anti-cancer drugs before stem cell transplantation for adult patients with cancer in the lymph nodes of the central nervous system. It is used as a Preparation before stem cell transplant to reduce the risk of graft rejection. It controls the outflow within the cavity due to cancer in serous membranes. It is also indicated for treating breast, ovarian, and bladder cancer.The common side effects that are likely to be associated with Tepawel 100mg Injection are diarrhea, rashes, bleeding, blood in urine, and cytomegalovirus infection. Inform your doctor if these side effects disturb or persist in you. Inform your healthcare provider if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Tepawel 100mg Injection and its ingredients. It is contraindicated in patients using a live virus or bacterial vaccine, including the yellow fever vaccine. If you have a history of cardiac, liver, kidney, and pulmonary disease and profound myelosuppression (anemia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia), report to your doctor. Liver and cardiac function must be monitored regularly, and caution is advised in patients with cardiac disease and liver impairment. It is not recommended to use in pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Uses
Preparation for allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in pediatric patients with class 3 beta-thalassemia
Treatment of adenocarcinoma of breast and ovary.
Treatment of superficial papillary cancer of the urinary bladder.
How Tepawel 100mg Injection works
Tepawel 100mg Injection acts by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. It stops the growth and multiplication of cancer by directly attacking DNA. This causes the breakage of DNA strands. This leads to the exertion of cytotoxic effect and death of tumor cells.
Interaction of Tepawel 100mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your physician about all the prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products that you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications tend to interact with Thioplan 15 mg Injection and can cause undesirable side effects
Storage
Store between 2° to 8°C.
Protect from light.
Keep out of reach of children.
How to Use Tepawel 100mg Injection
Tepawel 100mg Injection should be administered by a qualified physician experienced in high-dose chemotherapy and stem cell transplant.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy
Tepawel 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. Hence, Consult your doctor for advice.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding while on treatment with Tepawel 100mg Injection is not recommended. Consult your physician for advice before breastfeeding.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Thioplan 15 mg Injection can be administered in lung failure patients. Please consult the doctor for more advice.
Liver
Inform your physician before taking Tepawel 100mg Injection if you have liver problems. Ensure that your physician monitors your liver functions regularly.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol while taking Tepawel 100mg Injection. Consult your doctor for advice.
Driving
Tepawel 100mg Injection is used with caution while driving as it may cause convulsion, hallucination, delirium, dizziness, headache, and blurred vision.
Side effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
Severe drop in blood cell count
Heart problem
Kidney damage
Nerve damage
Lung toxicity
Liver toxicity
Common
Cytomegalovirus infection
Hemorrhage
Diarrhea
Blood in urine
Rashes
Expert tips
Avoid ingestion, inhalation, or skin and eye contact with Tepawel 100mg Injection.
Skin reactions may occur with accidental exposure.
It is recommended to use gloves and protective clothing to prevent accidental skin contact.
If the Tepawel 100mg Injection solution contacts the skin or mucosa:
Immediately wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Rinse the mucosa with water.
Seek medical attention right away.
FAQs
Q1.
Can pregnant women use Tepawel 100mg Injection?
No, It is unsafe to use Tepawel 100mg Injection during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the developing fetus. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Q2.
Which is the best area to inject Tepawel 100mg Injection?
Tepawel 100mg Injection is administered intravenously (into a vein) by a doctor or nurse in a medical facility.
Q3.
Can I drive after taking Tepawel 100mg Injection?
Tepawel 100mg Injection can cause convulsion, hallucination, delirium, dizziness, headache and blurred vision. Avoid driving or operating any machine if you experience any of these side effects.
Q4.
What class of medication is Tepawel 100mg Injection?
Tepawel 100mg Injection belongs to the class of medications known as alkylating agents or antineoplastics.
Q5.
Can I take vaccinations while taking Tepawel 100mg Injection?
No, The live vaccine may interact with Tepawel 100mg Injection. Hence, without consulting your healthcare provider, this medication should not be taken with any vaccinations.
Fact box
Molecule name | Thiotepa |
Therapeutic class | Alkylating agents |
Pharmacological class | Antineoplastics |
Indications | 1. Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation 2. Adenocarcinoma 3. Superficial papillary cancer of the urinary bladder. |
References
ADIENNE SA, [Revised on 15th June 2020] [Accessed on 23 Nov 2022] https://pdf.hres.ca/dpd_pm/00056680.PDF
Pfizer, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Jan 2017] [Accessed on 23 Nov 2022] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/208264s000lbl.pdf
Edward Chu, Cancer Chemotherapy, Lange’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 948-976.
KD Tripathi, Anticancer Drugs, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019, 915-936.
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Written By
Dr Arathy J S
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Tejashwin Adiga
MBBS
Last updated : 26 Sep 2026 | 08:41 AM (IST)
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