Hycamtin - Topotecan - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Hycamtin.
• Hycamtin
• toe-poh-TEE-kan

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule.

Hycamtin Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects or response to treatment.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, unusual fatigue, headache, swelling or soreness of the mouth or tongue and stomach pain are common side effects.
• Temporary hair loss is another common side effect; normal hair growth should return after treatment has ended.
• If these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly.
• Report promptly.

Hycamtin Storage Instructions

• Store unopened vials at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) away from light.
• Drug diluted and ready for infusion must be used within 24 hours of mixing and can be stored at room temperature up to 77 degrees F (25 degrees C).

Medicinal Applications

• Topotecan is used to treat cancer.

Usage Instructions

• Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
• This drug is given by vein (IV), over 30 minutes daily, generally for 5 consecutive days followed by a rest period.
• This course of treatment is then repeated at least 3 more times or as directed.
• Make sure needles and any medical supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly.

Read Before Using Hycamtin (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Warning

• Topotecan may cause severe (sometimes fatal) blood disorders (for example, bone marrow suppression, neutropenia).
• Bone marrow suppression decreases your body's ability to fight infections.
• Immediately notify your doctor if you have symptoms of an infection (persistent sore throat or fever), easy bruising or bleeding, or unusual fatigue.
• Topotecan should only be used under close medical supervision.
• Monitoring and laboratory tests (for example, blood cell counts) will need to be performed.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription drugs you may use, especially.