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LIPPOD 50MG INJECTION


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Salt Composition

:     Liposomal Doxorubicin

Manufacturer

:     CELON LABORATORIES LTD

Origin of Medicine

:     India

Indication

:     Breast cancer, Ovarian cancer

Packaging

:     1 Vial(S) Of 25ml

Dosage Form

:     Injection

MRP

  :     ₹18400.00

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Lippod Injection contains Doxorubicin which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-cancer agents. It is used to treat certain types of cancers. It is used either alone or along with other anti-cancer medicines. Lippod injection encapsulated in a closed lipid sphere (liposome).

Lippod Injection can be used in both adults and children. It is given as injection into vein with extreme caution by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time.

Lippod injection is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lead to problems with your blood, liver or heart. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It makes contraceptive pills less effective, so it advised to use reliable contraception during and after 6 months of the treatment.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

MEDICINAL USE OF LIPPOD 50MG INJECTION
  • Breast cancer
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Multiple myeloma
  • AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma

Lippod Injection works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in the DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. On the other hand, this also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause damage to the DNA. This slowdown the growth of cancer cells and eventually works against them.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LIPPOD 50MG INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.

  • Infection
  • Lack of appetite
  • Inflammation in the mouth
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Hair loss
  • Beard growth may stop (in men)
  • Redness, swelling and blistering on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet (palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome)
  • Chills
  • Weakness
  • Abnormal ECG
  • Raised levels of liver enzymes
  • Weight increased in patients with early breast cancer
  • Blood poisoning
  • Heart problems
  • Conjunctivitis (red watery eyes)
  • Lacrimation, excess tear production
  • Shortness of breath and swelling of the ankles
  • Increased heart rate
  • Inflammation of the throat and gullet
  • Stomach pain
  • Skin rashes, redness, hives
  • Nails and skin may appear darker than usual
  • Injection site reactions such as redness and swelling
  • Neutropenia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Malaise/asthenia
  • Infertility (in women)
  • Infertility (in women)
DOSAGE OF LIPPOD 50MG INJECTION
  • Lippod 50mg Injection should be administered intravenously at a dose of 50 mg/m² at an initial rate of 1 mg/min to minimize the risk of infusion reactions.
  • If no infusion related adverse events are observed, the rate of infusion can be increased to complete administration of the drug over one hour.
  • Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time.
Ques 1: Is LIPPOD INJECTION can be used in pregnant women?

Ans :There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION.

Ques 2: What for LIPPOD INJECTION is used?

Ans :LIPPOD INJECTION is used to treat cancer particularly useful in the treatment of cancers of the breast and lung. In addition, it can be given to treat cancers of the blood-forming tissues such as malignant lymphomas and leukemia.

Ques 3: Is there any food restriction while receiving LIPPOD INJECTION?

Ans :No, there is no food restriction while receiving LIPPOD INJECTION. Consult your doctor before undergoing treatment.

Ques 4: When do I need to seek medical help?

Ans :Contact your doctor or nurse immediately if you notice any of the following side effects feeling dizzy, feverish, short of breath with a tight chest or throat or have an itchy rash. This type of allergic reaction can be very serious. Your doctor will test your blood cell count during treatment. Doxorubicin may also cause decreased activity in your bone marrow.

Ques 5: What is the effect of LIPPOD INJECTION on the heart?

Ans :LIPPOD INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with a current or previous history of cardiac impairment (severe myocardial insufficiency, recent myocardial infarction, severe arrhythmia) Consult your doctor before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION.

Ques 6: What precautions should take before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION?

Ans :Before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have heart problems, have had radiation treatment or currently receiving radiation therapy, are over the age of 50, have liver problems, plan to receive any vaccines, have any other medical conditions. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.

Lippod Injection contains Doxorubicin which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-cancer agents. It is used to treat certain types of cancers. It is used either alone or along with other anti-cancer medicines. Lippod injection encapsulated in a closed lipid sphere (liposome).

Lippod 50mg Injection can be used in both adults and children. It is given as injection into vein with extreme caution by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time.

Lippod injection is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lead to problems with your blood, liver or heart. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It makes contraceptive pills less effective, so it advised to use reliable contraception during and after 6 months of the treatment.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.

MEDICINAL USE OF LIPPOD 50MG INJECTION
  • Breast cancer
  • Ovarian cancer
  • Multiple myeloma
  • AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma

Lippod Injection works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in the DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. On the other hand, this also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause damage to the DNA. This slowdown the growth of cancer cells and eventually works against them.

SIDE EFFECTS OF LIPPOD 50MG INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine.

  • Infection
  • Lack of appetite
  • Inflammation in the mouth
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Hair loss
  • Beard growth may stop (in men)
  • Redness, swelling and blistering on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet (palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome)
  • Chills
  • Weakness
  • Abnormal ECG
  • Raised levels of liver enzymes
  • Weight increased in patients with early breast cancer
  • Blood poisoning
  • Heart problems
  • Conjunctivitis (red watery eyes)
  • Lacrimation, excess tear production
  • Shortness of breath and swelling of the ankles
  • Increased heart rate
  • Inflammation of the throat and gullet
  • Stomach pain
  • Skin rashes, redness, hives
  • Nails and skin may appear darker than usual
  • Injection site reactions such as redness and swelling
  • Neutropenia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Malaise/asthenia
  • Infertility (in women)
  • Infertility (in women)
DOSAGE OF LIPPOD 50MG INJECTION
  • Lippod 50mg Injection should be administered intravenously at a dose of 50 mg/m² at an initial rate of 1 mg/min to minimize the risk of infusion reactions.
  • If no infusion related adverse events are observed, the rate of infusion can be increased to complete administration of the drug over one hour.
  • Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time.
Ques 1: Is LIPPOD INJECTION can be used in pregnant women?

Ans :There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION.

Ques 2: What for LIPPOD INJECTION is used?

Ans :LIPPOD INJECTION is used to treat cancer particularly useful in the treatment of cancers of the breast and lung. In addition, it can be given to treat cancers of the blood-forming tissues such as malignant lymphomas and leukemia.

Ques 3: Is there any food restriction while receiving LIPPOD INJECTION?

Ans :No, there is no food restriction while receiving LIPPOD INJECTION. Consult your doctor before undergoing treatment.

Ques 4: When do I need to seek medical help?

Ans :Contact your doctor or nurse immediately if you notice any of the following side effects feeling dizzy, feverish, short of breath with a tight chest or throat or have an itchy rash. This type of allergic reaction can be very serious. Your doctor will test your blood cell count during treatment. Doxorubicin may also cause decreased activity in your bone marrow.

Ques 5: What is the effect of LIPPOD INJECTION on the heart?

Ans :LIPPOD INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with a current or previous history of cardiac impairment (severe myocardial insufficiency, recent myocardial infarction, severe arrhythmia) Consult your doctor before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION.

Ques 6: What precautions should take before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION?

Ans :Before receiving LIPPOD INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have heart problems, have had radiation treatment or currently receiving radiation therapy, are over the age of 50, have liver problems, plan to receive any vaccines, have any other medical conditions. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.