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Amlopres 5 Tablet
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Product introduction
Amlopres 5 Tablet is used in the treatment of advanced prostate cancer. It is used to treat cancer of the prostate gland that has not responded to treatment with other anticancer medicines. It may be used alone or in combination with steroid medicines.
Amlopres 5 Tablet belongs to general group of medicines called antineoplastics. It works by interfering with growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. It is given as injection and is given only in the presence of doctor.
This medicine may cause decrease in the production of blood cells thereby making you more prone to infection. Hence, regular blood tests are required to monitor the levels of blood cells. The tests may be done to check how well your liver and kidneys are working.
Cancer medicines can interact with other medicines and herbal products, so keep your doctor informed about the medicines you are taking.
Amlopres 5 Tablet belongs to general group of medicines called antineoplastics. It works by interfering with growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed. It is given as injection and is given only in the presence of doctor.
This medicine may cause decrease in the production of blood cells thereby making you more prone to infection. Hence, regular blood tests are required to monitor the levels of blood cells. The tests may be done to check how well your liver and kidneys are working.
Cancer medicines can interact with other medicines and herbal products, so keep your doctor informed about the medicines you are taking.
Uses of Amlopres Tablet
How to use Amlopres Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.
How Amlopres Tablet works
Amlopres 5 Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.
Safety advice
Alcohol
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Pregnancy
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Breast feeding
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Driving
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Kidney
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
What if you forget to take Amlopres Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Amlopres 5 Tablet, please consult your doctor.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Amlopres 5 Tablet is given as an infusion into a vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor only.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- You may need to have blood tests to monitor your blood cells, platelets count, liver function and kidney function during treatment.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unusual bruising or bleeding or if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools and sore throat.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Taxanes Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Amlopres 5 Tablet a vesicant or chemotherapeutic drug?
Amlopres 5 Tablet is a chemotherapeutic drug (drug used for the management of cancer). It is, however, not a vesicant (drug which causes severe blisters on the skin).
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Country of origin: India
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