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Mysayoka 15units Injection

Mysayoka 15units Injection

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About Mysayoka 15units Injection

Mysayoka 15units Injection belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines used to treat certain types of cancer (squamous cell carcinomas) in the head and neck, cervix and external genitalia, lymph node cancer, testicular cancer, and fluid accumulation in the lungs (as a result of cancer). Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue. Some of the body's cells begin to divide into all cancer types without stopping and spread into surrounding tissues. Cancer can be localized (benign) or spread to the whole body (metastasized).

Mysayoka 15units Injection contains 'Bleomycin' that works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing and eventually kills them. Mysayoka 15units Injection is used as chemotherapy for various cancers.

Mysayoka 15units Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. You may experience nausea, vomiting, weight loss, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, itching, tenderness, hair loss, and swelling of the fingertips. Most of these side effects of Mysayoka 15units Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Mysayoka 15units Injection for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop the Mysayoka 15units Injection midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Mysayoka 15units Injection; if you have allergies, heart problems, one marrow depression, kidney disease, liver disease, chickenpox, lung disease, and treatment with chemotherapy or radiation, inform your doctor. Avoid taking Mysayoka 15units Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Mysayoka 15units Injection can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Mysayoka 15units Injection should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Possible side effects of chemotherapy with Mysayoka 15units Injection may occur, such as nausea and vomiting. If you are affected by these side effects, you should not drive and/or operate machines that require you to be alert.

Uses of Mysayoka 15units Injection

Treatment of Certain types of cancers in the head and neck, cervix and external genitalia, lymph node cancer, testicular cancer, and fluid accumulation in the lungs (as a result of cancer).

Medicinal Benefits

Mysayoka 15units Injection belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called antimetabolite. It treats certain types of cancer in the head and neck, cervix and external genitalia, lymph node cancer, testicular cancer, and fluid accumulation in the lungs (resulting from cancer). Mysayoka 15units Injection contains bleomycin that works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing and eventually kills them.

Directions for Use

Mysayoka 15units Injection will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Mysayoka 15units Injection

  • Interstitial pneumonitis (inflammatory changes in the lungs)
  • Pulmonary fibrosis (disease of the lung tissue caused by increased formation of connective tissue between the alveoli)
  • Laboured breathing
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Mucositis (inflammation of the mucous membranes)
  • Stomatitis (inflammation of the mucous lining of the mouth)
  • Inflammatory redness of the skin
  • Itching
  • Striae (stretch marks)
  • Blistering
  • Hyperpigmentation (increased pigment formation)
  • Tenderness and swelling of the fingertips
  • Hyperkeratosis (excessive thickening of the skin)
  • Hair loss

Drug Warnings

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Mysayoka 15units Injection for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop the Mysayoka 15units Injection midway. Before taking Mysayoka 15units Injection, inform your doctor if you have any infection because Mysayoka 15units Injection may worsen the conditions. Talk to your doctor. If you have any allergy symptoms, metabolic disorders, heart problems, bone marrow depression, kidney disease, liver disease, and treatment with chemotherapy or radiation, inform your doctor. Some patients may experience a sensitivity to light while taking Mysayoka 15units Injection and avoiding prolonged exposure to sunlight is recommended. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant because this Mysayoka 15units Injection can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Mysayoka 15units Injection should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Using this Mysayoka 15units Injection by either parent may result in birth defects. You should not take this Mysayoka 15units Injection during breastfeeding; inform your doctor if you take Mysayoka 15units Injection. Use the Mysayoka 15units Injection with caution in elderly patients (aged more than 60 years). Inform your doctor if you are being administered oxygen. And also, do not take live vaccines three months after your last chemotherapy.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Mysayoka 15units Injection interacts with other anti-cancer medicines (carmustine, mitomycin, cyclophosphamide, gemcitabine, Cisplatin), a medicine for cardiac disorders (acetyldigoxin), a medicine for epilepsy (Phenytoin), a medicine for schizophrenia (Clozapine), antibiotic (Gentamicin, amikacin, and ticarcillin), medicines that reduce the efficacy of immune system (cyclosporine and tacrolimus) and live vaccines (e.g., rubella, mumps, measles, shingles).

Food-Drug Interactions: No food interaction was found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Mysayoka 15units Injection should not be given to patients suffering from kidney or liver impairment, a lung disease, or chickenpox.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • MITOMYCIN
  • CYCLOPHOSPHAMIDE
  • CISPLATIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CLOZAPINE
  • GENTAMICIN
  • AMIKACIN
  • CICLOSPORIN
  • TACROLIMUS
  • RUBELLA (LIVE ATTENUATED)
  • MUMPS (LIVE ATTENUATED)
  • MEASLES (LIVE ATTENUATED)
  • SHINGLES VACCINE
  • GEMCITABINE
  • CARMUSTINE
  • ACETYLDIGOXIN
  • TICARCILLIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs in your diet.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath, or listening to soothing music.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast, fried, processed meats, refined carbs, and added sugars.

Special Advise

  • Mysayoka 15units Injection should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Mysayoka 15units Injection.
  • Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to monitor your liver function, electrolyte levels, and blood cell count in your blood.
  • Avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and UV light (such as tanning booths) and wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Mysayoka 15units Injection may make your skin sensitive to sunlight.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cancer: Cancer is a disease in which abnormal cells divide uncontrollably and destroy body tissue. Some of the body's cells begin to divide into all cancer types without stopping and spread into surrounding tissues. Cancer can be localized (benign) or spread to the whole body (metastasized).

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Mysayoka 15units Injection. It could lead to avoiding unpleasant side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Mysayoka 15units Injection 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 Mysayoka 15units Injection and at least six months afterwards. Please discuss with your doctor any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Mysayoka 15units Injection 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

Mysayoka 15units Injection may affect your reactions and your ability to drive. Possible side effects of chemotherapy with Mysayoka 15units Injection may occur, such as nausea and vomiting. If you are affected by these side effects, you should not drive and/or operate machines that require you to be alert.

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Liver

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking Mysayoka 15units Injection. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have had a history or evidence of any kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking Mysayoka 15units Injection. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing them.

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Children

Unsafe

Mysayoka 15units Injection should not be used by children, as the efficacy and safety have not been established.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - MY90879

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FAQs

Mysayoka 15units Injection is used to treat cancer of the head and neck, cervix and external genitalia, lymph node cancer, testicular cancer, and fluid accumulation in the lungs (as a result of cancer).
Mysayoka 15units Injection contains 'Bleomycin' is an anti-cancer medication that interferes with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Yes, the Mysayoka 15units Injection commonly affects the hair by making it thin, which further causes hair loss. However, it is not very common. Hair reduction possibly happens due to the estrogen-lowering effect of Mysayoka 15units Injection. These effects are not long-lasting and may return after some time. If it matters to you, then inform your doctor for further advice.
Your doctor will decide the number of treatment cycles and the frequency of Mysayoka 15units Injection to be taken, depending on the type and stage of cancer treated.
Mysayoka 15units Injection should not be taken during pregnancy or if you are trying to become pregnant as Mysayoka 15units Injection can cause birth defects, miscarriages, or harm unborn babies. Avoid becoming pregnant for at least six months after stopping the treatment with Mysayoka 15units Injection.
Mysayoka 15units Injection should be used with caution if you have a medical history of liver or kidney diseases, lung diseases (pulmonary fibrosis), alcohol use, suppressed immune system, blood cell/bone marrow disorders, gastrointestinal diseases (peptic ulcer, ulcerative colitis), and active infections (including chickenpox).

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