Trabectedin

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Trabectedin Uses

Trabectedin is used in the treatment of soft tissue sarcoma.

How Trabectedin works

Trabectedin belongs to class of drugs called alkylating agents. It works by sticking to the DNA in cells and damaging it. This stops the cancer cells growing and multiplying.

Common side effects of Trabectedin

Headache, Fatigue, Vomiting, Weakness, Nausea, Increased liver enzymes, Low blood platelets, Increased creatine phosphokinase (CPK) level in blood, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Decreased appetite, Constipation

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Medicine brands for Trabectedin

Janssen Pharmaceuticals

₹124968 to ₹124968

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Trabectedin

Trabectedin is given as an intravenous infusion (IV infusion) under the supervisión of a doctor.
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.
Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, muscle pain and skin rash.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count, platelet count and liver function.