Etopa 50mg Capsule

Short Description

Etopa 50mg Capsule is used to treat different cancers of lung, and testicles. It is also sometimes used to treat some other kinds of cancer in both men and women.

Dosage Form

Capsule

Introduction

Etopa 50mg Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the tablets whole with a drink of water. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. It can lower your immunity hence maintain distance from people suffering from cold and any other infection.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Etopa 50mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

low blood platelets vomiting nausea hair loss anemia (low number of red blood cells)

Breastfeeding Warning

It is important to use effective contraception to avoid getting pregnant or fathering a child during treatment.

Pregnancy Warning

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may check you for blood cells and liver functioning while taking this medicine.

Etopa 50mg Capsule 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.

Etopa 50mg Capsule should be taken on an empty stomach. 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, and 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.