Bioposide
Composition for Bioposide Products
Bioposide Products are primarily used for
Testicular cancer, Small cell lung cancerSubstitute brands for Bioposide
About Bioposide Products
Uses of Bioposide Products
Etoposide is used in the treatment of testicular cancer and small cell lung cancer.
Bioposide Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Bioposide are Diarrhea, Hair loss, Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Decreased appetite, Dizziness, Infection, Liver toxicity, Skin pigmentation, Weakness, Leukemia (blood cancer), Anaphylactic reaction, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Myocardial infarction, High blood pressure, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Mucositis.
How Bioposide Products work
Etoposide is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
In Depth Information for Bioposide Products
- Bioposide is given as a slow infusion in the vein by a healthcare provider 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.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
- Let your doctor know if you notice a skin rash, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing and swelling of the tongue.