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Arsenox 1mg Injection
Manufacturer/Marketed By : INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
$6.82 $3.97
Arsenox 1mg injection contains the active constituent arsenic trioxide. It belongs to the therapeutic class antineoplastics. It is used to treat newly diagnosed low to intermediate-risk acute promyelocytic leukemia (a...
ARSENIC TRIOXIDE
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient
Arsenox 1mg Injection
$6.82
$3.97
Arsenox 1mg injection contains the active constituent arsenic trioxide. It belongs to the therapeutic class antineoplastics. It is used to treat newly diagnosed low to intermediate-risk acute promyelocytic leukemia (a type of bone cancer where too many immature blood cells accumulate in bone marrow) combined with other medication (tretinoin). It is also indicated in patients whose APL has not responded to other therapies or whose condition has worsened following treatment with other medications. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Arsenox 1mg injection or any other ingredients in this medicine. Inform your physician priorly if you have kidney or liver problems. The most common adverse effects are increased or reduced white blood cells, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, liver toxicity, fever, child, insomnia, swelling in the face and body, difficulty breathing, rash or itching, sore throat, and dizziness. Avoid pregnancy during therapy. Female patients should use effective contraception during the therapy and for at least 6 months after completing the therapy. Male patients with female partners of reproductive potential should use the effective contraception method for at least 3 months after completing the therapy.
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient
Uses
• Acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL)
Benefits
Arsenox 1mg injection affects many signal pathways and causes changes in cellular function. These actions result in cell death, inhibition of growth, division, and multiplication of cancer cells.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Most Common Side Effects
• Anemia
• Changes in heart rate
• Liver toxicity
• Hypersensitivity reactions
• Infections and sepsis
• Kidney problems
• Pneumonia
Common Side Effects
• Swelling in the face and body
• Reduced blood pressure
• Itchy skin
• Increased blood sugar levels
• Abdominal pain, constipation or diarrhea
• Nausea, vomiting
• Bone pain, muscle pain
• Dizziness, headache, insomnia
• Pain in throat
• Loss of appetite
• Bleeding from nose, cough, difficulty breathing
• Fever and tiredness
How To Use
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Arsenox 1mg injection based on the disease condition and other factors. It is normally given to you by a trained doctor or nurse. It is given as a drip (infusion) into the veins over 1 - 2 hours. You will be monitored for unwanted side effects during the infusion.
Safety Advice
• Breast Feeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Arsenox 1mg injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby. Discontinue breastfeeding during treatment and for two weeks after treatment with this medicine.
• Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol is safe when taking Arsenox 1mg injection. Inform your physician if you are an alcoholic before starting the treatment.
• Liver: Arsenox 1mg injection should be administered cautiously in patients with liver problems. Dose adjustments are necessary for patients with liver diseases. Inform your physician if you have any liver disorder before the treatment.
• Lungs: It is unknown whether Arsenox 1mg injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
• Driving: Arsenox 1mg injection has no or little effect on driving. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy after taking this medicine. Consult your doctor for more advice.
• Pregnancy: Do not take Arsenox 1mg injection if you are pregnant because this may harm the unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting pregnancy, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment. Use effective birth control methods during the treatment and for at least six months (females) or three months (males) after completing the therapy.
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