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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml is used to treat breast cancer, stomach cancer, cancer of the respiratory tract, and advanced cancer of the pancreas. It contains Mitomycin which works by stopping the cancer cells from dividing. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, hair loss, kidney disorders, fever, and lung disorders. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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MITOMYCIN-2MG

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PARENTERAL

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Not Returnable

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About Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to a group of medicines known as 'anti-cancer' used in cancer therapy. It is most effective in the treatment of advanced metastatic stomach cancer (stomach carcinoma), advanced and/or metastatic breast cancer (breast carcinoma), cancer of the respiratory tract (non-small cell bronchial carcinoma), and advanced cancer of the pancreas (pancreatic carcinoma). Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific body part grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can attack and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Cancer sometimes begins in one body part before spreading to other areas. This process is known as metastasis.

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml contains Mitomycin, an anti-cancer medication that is cytotoxic (causes cell death). It works by inhibiting the genetic material's development (DNA) in a cell (cancer cell), thereby stopping cancer cells from dividing. As a result, cancer cell growth and spread stopped or slowed.

Healthcare professionals administer Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml. It is intended to be used as an injection or infusion into a blood vessel. Depending upon your medical condition, you are advised to take Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, hair loss, kidney disorders, fever, and lung disorders. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml, inform your doctor if you have any infection because Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may worsen the infection. Some patients may experience increased sensitivity to light while taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml, and avoiding prolonged exposure to sunlight is recommended. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant as Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. You should not take this Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml during breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you take Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml. Use the Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml with caution in elderly patients. Do not take live vaccines three months after your last chemotherapy. Before starting therapy, your doctor may recommend you undergo tests for lung, kidney, and liver function to exclude any diseases.

Uses of Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml

Treatment of Breast cancer, stomach cancer, cancer of the respiratory tract, and advanced cancer of the pancreas.

Directions for Use

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines containing Mitomycin. It works by inhibiting the genetic material's development (DNA) in a cell (cancer cell), thereby destroying quickly dividing cells. As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells in stopped or slowed down.

How Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml Works

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml contains Mitomycin, an anti-cancer medication that is cytotoxic (causes cell death). It works by inhibiting the genetic material's development (DNA) in a cell (cancer cell), thereby stopping cancer cells from dividing. As a result, cancer cell growth and spread stopped or slowed.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Increased risk of infection
  • Hair loss
  • Skin rashes
  • Diarrhea
  • Fever
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Thrombocytopenia (decreased number of platelets)
  • Leucopenia (decreased number of white blood cells)
  • Dyspnoea
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath
  • Numbness, swelling, and painful redness on palms and soles
  • Kidney disorders

What if I have taken an overdose of Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml

Since Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml is given by a healthcare professional, an overdose is unlikely to occur. However, seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml, inform your doctor if you have any active infection. Some patients may experience increased sensitivity to light while taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml and avoiding prolonged exposure to sunlight is recommended. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant as Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. You should not take Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml during breastfeeding. Use the Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml with caution in elderly patients. Inform your doctor if you have impaired lung, kidney, or liver function, urinary bladder inflammation, or are undergoing radiation therapy. Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml is not recommended for use in children and adolescents.

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MitomycinAdalimumab
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using adalimumab together with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of developing serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml and Adalimumab together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, or burning urination, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MitomycinDeferiprone
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Deferiprone can lower white blood cell count and combining it with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml which can also affect white blood cells or bone marrow function may increase the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml and Deferiprone together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, call a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using thalidomide together with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml can increase the risk of dangerous blood clots.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking thalidomide and Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, coughing up blood, sudden loss of vision, pain, redness or swelling in an arm or leg, and numbness or weakness on one side of the body. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using fingolimod together with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml and Fingolimod together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, call your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MitomycinFluorouracil
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Taking Fluorouracil with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml has been associated with a condition known as hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) and using it with fluorouracil may increase that risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml and Fluorouracil together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
MitomycinLeflunomide
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using leflunomide together with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Leflunomide with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
MitomycinGolimumab
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml together with golimumab may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml and Golimumab together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination call your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
MitomycinFilgrastim
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using filgrastim together with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml reduce the effects of filgrastim.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Filgrastim with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MitomycinInfliximab
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How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using infliximab together with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Infliximab and Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include fever, chills, diarrhoea, sore throat, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, weight loss, and pain or burning when you pee. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
MitomycinEtanercept
Severe
How does the drug interact with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml C 2 mg Injection 2 ml:
Using etanercept together with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Etanercept with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in your coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, and discomfort or burning when you urinate, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs in your dialy diet.
  • Avoid fast, fried, processed meats, refined carbs, and added sugars.
  • Get optimal sleep, and rest well.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol intake while taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml to avoid unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml should not be used during pregnancy because it causes harm to the fetus (newborn baby). Both women of childbearing potential and men must use an effective contraception method while taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml and at least six months afterwards. Discuss with your doctor any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml should not be taken during breastfeeding as it passes into the breastmilk and may harm the nursing baby. It is contraindicated in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may cause dizziness and drowsiness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor before receiving the Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Unsafe

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml should not be used by children, as the efficacy and safety have not been established.

FAQs

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml is used to treat breast cancer, stomach cancer, cancer of the respiratory tract, and advanced cancer of the pancreas.

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml contains Mitomycin is an anti-cancer medication that interferes with the growth of genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

Yes, Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may change the results of blood tests and other laboratory tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml as regular monitoring of liver and kidney functions tests, electrolyte level, and blood cells is required.

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml might affect the fertility (ability to have children) in both men and women. You may not be able to become pregnant or father a child after treatment with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml. However, it is essential to talk to your doctor before starting treatment with Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml if you think you may want to have a baby in the future.

The most common sign of lung cancer is a cough that lasts long and gets worse with time. Sometimes, a patient may notice blood in the cough. Chest pain is also a sign of lung cancer followed by coughing. However, symptoms/signs vary from person to person.

Your doctor will decide the number of treatment cycles and the frequency of Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml to be taken, depending on the type and stage of cancer treated.

While taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml, make sure you visit your doctor at all the appointments to ensure that treatment is working. Regular monitoring of blood and urine tests, weight checks are required. An effective way of contraception should be used by both men and women while taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml.

Yes, you might become more sensitive to sunlight while taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml, so it is important to protect your skin with a high sun protection factor (SPF) while going out as it can lead to a skin rash if you are not using a strong SPF.

Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu). Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.

Do not stop taking Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better. Stopping too soon can make the medication less effective and even lead to a recurrence. Your doctor will assess your progress and decide when it's safe to stop treatment. Always follow the doctor’s instructions.

The common side effects of Mitomycin C 2 mg Injection 2 ml may include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, kidney disorders, fever, and lung disorders. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.
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