Mithracin - Plicamycin - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Mithracin.
• Mithracin
• ply-kuh-MY-sin

Usage Instructions

• This is a potent medication.
• Take it exactly as prescribed.
• Do not stop taking this medication, even if you feel nauseated or experience vomiting.
• If you vomit shortly after a dose, or if you miss a dose, contact your doctor.
• Do not take any medicines for pain or inflammation, like aspirin or acetaminophen without first informing your doctor.

Warning

• Infrequently, this medication has caused severe (sometimes fatal) blood disorders (for example, thrombocytopenia).
• Thrombocytopenia is a low platelet count.
• Platelets affect your blood's ability to clot properly.
• Plicamycin should only be used under close medical supervision.
• Close monitoring and laboratory studies will need to be performed.
• Immediately notify your doctor if you have signs of easy bruising or bleeding.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Read Before Using Mithracin (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Mithracin Storage Instructions

• Prior to reconstitution, store in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degree F (between 2.
• 2 and 7.
• 8 degrees C).

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• It is important to receive each scheduled dose of this medication.
• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor.

Mithracin Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication can lower your body's ability to fight an infection.
• Notify your doctor if you develop any signs of an infection such as fever, sore throat, rash, or chills.
• Avoid touching your eyes or inside your nose without first washing your hands.
• Use caution with sharp objects like safety razors or nail cutters and avoid activities such as contact sports in order to lower the chance of getting cut, bruised or injured.
• Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine.
• Regular doctor visits are important.
• Frequent blood tests will be done to monitor therapy.

Overdose

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

Medicinal Applications

• Plicamycin is used to treat various types of cancer.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, headache, irritated or sore mouth, tiredness, weakness, drowsiness or depression are common side effects.
• Taking the medication on an empty stomach may help relieve vomiting.
• Changes in diet such as eating several small meals or limiting activity may help lessen some of these effects.
• In some cases, drug therapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting.
• Temporary hair loss is another common side effect; normal hair growth should return after treatment has ended.
• Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any prescription and nonprescription medication you may use.
• Do not stop or start any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.