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Irinotecan – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE

Strength: 20 mg/ml | Form: Concentrate For Dilution For Infusion

Price in UAE: AED 439.53

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Irinotecan

Class:|Topoisomerase I inhibitor (antineoplastic agent). Use:|Treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer, often in combination with other chemotherapy agents. Adult dose:|Typically 125 mg/m² IV over 90 minutes once weekly for 4 weeks, followed by a 2-week rest period; dosage may vary based on regimen and patient condition. Pediatric dose:|Not commonly used in pediatric patients; dosing must be individualized and is less established. Side effects:|Diarrhea, neutropenia, nausea, vomiting, f

Drug Class

|Topoisomerase I inhibitor (antineoplastic agent).

Uses & Indications

|Treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer, often in combination with other chemotherapy agents.

Storage Requirements

Not available

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Mayne Pharma Pty. Ltd., AUSTRALIA

Package Size

5ml Ampoule

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 439.53

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

|Typically 125 mg/m² IV over 90 minutes once weekly for 4 weeks, followed by a 2-week rest period; dosage may vary based on regimen and patient condition.

Pediatric Dose

|Not commonly used in pediatric patients; dosing must be individualized and is less established.

Side Effects

|Diarrhea, neutropenia, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, alopecia, abdominal pain, anorexia, and mucositis.

Contraindications & Precautions

|Hypersensitivity to irinotecan or any component of the formulation,

Important Warnings

Not available

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Irinotecan available in UAE pharmacies:

IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE 20 mg/ml Concentrate For Dilution For Infusion Irinotecan Seacross 20 mg/ml Concentrate For Dilution For Infusion

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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