Cantret Capsule
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Product introduction
Cantret Capsule is used to treat cancer of the ovaries. It may also be used to treat other types of cancer as determined by your doctor. It can be given alone or in combination with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
Cantret Capsule should be taken after meals or during bedtime but at the same time every day. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, numbness, tingling, loss of appetite, mood changes, dizziness, skin rash, itching, and hair loss. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have a history of nerve damage. This medicine is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the kidney, liver, and heart function during treatment with this medicine. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Cantret Capsule should be taken after meals or during bedtime but at the same time every day. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, numbness, tingling, loss of appetite, mood changes, dizziness, skin rash, itching, and hair loss. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have a history of nerve damage. This medicine is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the kidney, liver, and heart function during treatment with this medicine. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Cantret Capsule
Benefits of Cantret Capsule
In Treatment of Ovarian cancer
Ovarian cancer is a cancer that begins in the female organs that produce eggs (ovaries). This type of cancer is usually detected very late and can be fatal too. It usually spreads to the pelvis and stomach. Cantret Capsule kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but has some side effects that may be bothersome. So, you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Side effects of Cantret Capsule
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 side effects of Cantret
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Hair loss
- Itching
- Loss of appetite
- Skin rash
- Numbness
- Tingling
- Mood changes
How to use Cantret Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cantret Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Cantret Capsule works
Cantret Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Cantret Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cantret Capsule 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cantret Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Cantret Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cantret Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cantret Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cantret Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Cantret Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Cantret Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Cantret Capsule should be taken after meals or at bedtime.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dialkylarylamines Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkylating agent
Interaction with drugs
Taking Cantret with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
It may also reduce Altretamine side effects on the nervous system. Metadoxine may reduce the efficacy of Altretamine.
Do not consume Altretamine with Metadoxine.
It may also reduce Altretamine side effects on the nervous system. Vitamin B may reduce the efficacy of Altretamine.
Do not consume Altretamine with Vitamin B.
Concurrent use may cause a significant fall in blood pressure when standing up suddenly from a sitting position.
Do not consume Altretamine with Imipramine. If concurrent use is e
It may also reduce Altretamine side effects on the nervous system. Metadoxine may reduce the efficacy of Altretamine.
Do not consume Altretamine with Metadoxine.
Altretamine may reduce blood levels and efficacy of Phenytoin.
Do not consume Phenytoin with Altretamine. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor and adjust the do
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Cantret Capsule used for?
Cantret Capsule is used to treat ovarian cancer in females which has not improved or became worse after treatment with other medications.
How does Cantret Capsule work?
Cantret Capsule works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in the body.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1685.
- Drugs.com. Altretamine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Natco Pharma Ltd
Address: Natco House, Road No.2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad-500 034, India
Country of origin: India
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