Expert advice for Ethyol Injection
Inform your doctor if you suffer from cardiovascular or cerebrovascular conditions such as ischemic heart disease (chest pain, discomfort or frank heart attack), arrhythmias (irregular heartbeats), heart failure, or have a history of stroke or transient ischemic attacks (mini stroke). You need to be adequately hydrated prior to the amifostine infusion. Frequent monitoring of blood pressure is required during infusion and use of antihypertensive drugs 24 hr prior to start of amifostine infusion should be avoided. Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Inform your doctor immediately if you develop any skin reaction or reactions in and around the mouth, any time following amifostine administration. Amifostine is not recommended for use in elderly.
Composition
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Amifostine (500mg) |
Side Effect
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Common
Nausea, Vomiting, Decreased blood pressure, Hiccup, Sleepiness, Dizziness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Fever, Chills. |
How to works
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How Ethyol Injection works
Ethyol 500mg Injection works by removing free radical, harmful elements produced by cisplatin (a medicine used to treat cancer) or radiation therapy in tissues. |