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Introduction to Stridotere 120mg Injection
Stridotere 120mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer and cancers of head and neck.
Stridotere 120mg Injection is given as an injection 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. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. 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.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include breathlessness, constipation, edema (swelling), infection, loss of appetite, muscle pain, nail disorder, pain, and weakness. To reduce these side effects your doctor may suggest some medication along with it. But, inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever). This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells and liver function. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Stridotere 120mg Injection
- Breast cancer
- Non-small cell lung cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Cancer of head and neck
Benefits of Stridotere 120mg Injection
In Breast cancer
Stridotere 120mg Injection helps to treat breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities like chemotherapy. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Stridotere 120mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. Discuss with your doctor if any of the side effects bother you.
How to use Stridotere 120mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Stridotere 120mg Injection Works
Stridotere 120mg Injection is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the microtubule structures which help the cancer cells to divide and multiply. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Safety Advices for Stridotere 120mg Injection
Pregnancy
Stridotere 120mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Stridotere 120mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Liver
Stridotere 120mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Stridotere 120mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Stridotere 120mg Injection.
Driving
It is not known whether Stridotere 120mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Side Effects of Stridotere 120mg Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common:
- Breathlessness
- Constipation
- Edema (swelling)
- Infection
- Loss of appetite
- Muscle pain
- Nail disorder
- Pain
- Weakness
Word of Advice
Stridotere 120mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer and cancers of head and neck.
Do not take Stridotere 120mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
It may cause side effects such as swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain. To reduce these side effects your doctor may suggest some medication along with this medicine called Corticosteroids.
Inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever) or other signs of infection.
FAQs
Q. Does Stridotere 120mg Injection cause weight gain?
Yes, Stridotere 120mg Injection may cause weight gain. It may occur due to fluid retention which may initially make your feet swell and then gradually it will spread to the whole body. Call your doctor immediately if you notice swelling of feet.
Q. How long do I have to take Stridotere 120mg Injection?
You should continue to take Stridotere 120mg Injection as long as your doctor advises you. The duration of treatment varies with the type of cancer you have and other factors like your response to treatment. You should usually receive your infusion once every 3 weeks.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while on Stridotere 120mg Injection?
Stridotere 120mg Injection injection contains alcohol because of which you may experience confusion, stumbling, becoming very sleepy, or feeling like you are drunk. This may impair your ability to drive or use machinery right after receiving it. Hence, you should avoid alcohol during Stridotere 120mg Injection therapy, as it may affect you adversely.
Q. What is Stridotere 120mg Injection used for?
Stridotere 120mg Injection is commonly used for breast cancer, certain types of lung cancer, prostate, stomach, and head and neck cancers. It works by restricting cells from growing and multiplying.
Fact Box of Stridotere 120mg Injection
Chemical Class:
Taxanes Derivatives
Therapeutic Class:
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Habit Forming:
No
Action Class:
Antimicrotubule agents- Taxanes
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