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About Oncocin 2mg Injection

MITOMYCIN belongs to a group of medicines known as 'anti-cancer' used in cancer therapy. It is most effective in the treatment of advanced metastatic stomach cancer (stomach carcinoma), advanced and/or metastatic breast cancer (breast carcinoma), cancer of the respiratory tract (non-small cell bronchial carcinoma), advanced cancer of the pancreas (pancreatic carcinoma). Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific part of the body grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can attack and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Cancer sometimes begins in one part of the body before spreading to other areas. This process is known as metastasis.

MITOMYCIN contains Mitomycin, which is an anti-cancer medication and is cytotoxic (causes cell death). It works by inhibiting the genetic material's development (DNA) in a cell (cancer cell), thereby stopping cancer cells from dividing. As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells in stopped or slowed down.

Healthcare professionals administer MITOMYCIN. It is intended to be used as an injection or infusion into a blood vessel. You are advised to take MITOMYCIN for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. You may experience certain common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, hair loss, kidney disorders, fever, and lung disorders in some cases. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before taking MITOMYCIN, inform your doctor if you have any infection because MITOMYCIN may worsen the infections. Some patients may experience increased sensitivity to light while taking MITOMYCIN, it is recommended to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant as MITOMYCIN can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this MITOMYCIN should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. You should not take this MITOMYCIN during breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you take MITOMYCIN. Use the MITOMYCIN with caution in elderly patients. Do not take live vaccines three months after your last chemotherapy. Before starting therapy, your doctor may recommend you to undergo tests for lung, kidney, and liver function to exclude any diseases.

Uses of Oncocin 2mg Injection

Breast cancer, stomach cancer, cancer of the respiratory tract, advanced cancer of the pancreas.

Medicinal Benefits of Oncocin 2mg Injection

MITOMYCIN belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines containing Mitomycin. It works by inhibiting the genetic material's development (DNA) in a cell (cancer cell), thereby destroying quickly dividing cells. As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells in stopped or slowed down.

Directions for Use

Injections: Do not self-administer. Injections are given only by a healthcare professional. It is intended to be used as an injection or infusion into a blood vessel.

Side Effects of Oncocin 2mg Injection

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Loss of appetite
• Weight loss
• Increased risk of infection
• Hair loss
• Skin rashes
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Thrombocytopenia (decreased number of platelets)
• Leucopenia (decreased number of white blood cells)
• Dyspnoea
• Cough
• Shortness of breath
• Numbness, swelling, and painful redness on palms and soles
• Kidney disorders

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before taking MITOMYCIN, inform your doctor if you have any active infection. Some patients may experience increased sensitivity to light while taking MITOMYCIN, and it is recommended to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant as MITOMYCIN can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this MITOMYCIN should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. You should not take MITOMYCIN during breastfeeding. Use the MITOMYCIN with caution in elderly patients. Inform your doctor if you have impaired lung, kidney, liver function, inflammation of the urinary bladder, or undergoing radiation therapy. MITOMYCIN is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

medicine used to treat cancer (doxorubicin), a medicine used to treat bacterial infections (ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Bleeding disorders, myelosuppression(bone marrow suppression), renal dysfunction, infections.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking MITOMYCIN to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

PREGNANCY

MITOMYCIN should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Both women of childbearing potential and men must use an effective contraception method while taking MITOMYCIN and at least 6 months afterward. Please consult your doctor about any concerns regarding this.

BREAST FEEDING

MITOMYCIN should not be taken during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. It is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers.

DRIVING

MITOMYCIN may cause dizziness and drowsiness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

LIVER

If you have had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking MITOMYCIN. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

KIDNEY

If you have had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking MITOMYCIN. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.