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Topotecan Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: HYCAMTIN

Strength: 0.25 mg | Form: Capsules

Price in UAE: AED 897.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Topotecan Hydrochloride

Class: | Topoisomerase I inhibitor Use: | Treatment of metastatic ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer (SCLC) Adult dose: | 1.5 mg/m² IV infusion over 30 minutes once daily for 5 consecutive days, repeated every 21 days Pediatric dose: | Not established; safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been determined Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, neutropenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, alopecia Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to topotecan or any comp

Drug Class

Topoisomerase I inhibitor

Uses & Indications

Treatment of metastatic ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer (SCLC)

Storage Requirements

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline, UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

10's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 897.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

1.5 mg/m² IV infusion over 30 minutes once daily for 5 consecutive days, repeated every 21 days

Pediatric Dose

Not established; safety and efficacy in pediatric patients have not been determined

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, neutropenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia, alopecia

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to topotecan or any component of the formulation; severe bone marrow suppression

Important Warnings

Risk of severe myelosuppression; monitor blood counts; may cause fetal harm; use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 6 months after the last dose.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Topotecan Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

HYCAMTIN 0.25 mg Capsules HYCAMTIN 1 mg Capsules HYCAMTIN 1 mg Solution For Injection HYCAMTIN 4 mg Powder For Solution For Injection TOPOTECAN HOSPIRA 4 mg/4ml Solution For Injection

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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