Thiopta Injection belongs to the group of medicines called alkylating agents used to prepare patients for bone marrow transplantation and reduce the risk of graft rejection. It is also indicated in the treatment of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, bladder cancer, and serosal cavity neoplastic disease. It is also used to treat malignant effusions caused by cancerous tumours.

Thiopta Injection contains Thiotepa, which works by destroying bone marrow cells. This enables the transplantation of new bone marrow cells (haematopoietic progenitor cells), enabling the body to produce healthy blood cells. It helps treat cancer by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in the body.

Thiopta Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Thiopta Injection may cause nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, dizziness, hair loss, unusual tiredness or weakness, and pain at the site of injection. Do not be reluctant to talk with your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Thiopta Injection. Do not use Thiopta Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Thiopta Injection may cause blurred vision, dizziness, and headache; therefore, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Thiopta Injection belongs to the group of medicines called alkylating agents used to prepare patients for bone marrow transplantation and reduce the risk of graft rejection. It is also indicated in the treatment of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, bladder cancer, and serosal cavity neoplastic disease. It is also used to treat malignant effusions (a condition when fluid collects in the lungs or around the heart) caused by cancerous tumours. Thiopta Injection contains Thiotepa, which works by destroying bone marrow cells. This enables the transplantation of new bone marrow cells (haematopoietic progenitor cells), enabling the body to produce healthy blood cells. It helps treat cancer by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in the body.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Pain at the site of injection
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhoea

Do not use Thiopta Injection if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are receiving yellow fever vaccination, live virus, or bacterial vaccines. Inform the doctor if you have a weak immune system, liver or kidney problems, heart or lung problems, seizures/fits, if you have previously received or will be receiving radiation (x-ray) therapy or other chemotherapy and if you have/had any medical conditions. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.

• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Include vegetables, fruits, herbs and spices in your diet.
• Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugar.
• Get optimal sleep; rest well.