Bcg Vaccine Intravesic - Bcg Vaccine - Chemotherapeutic Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Bcg Vaccine Intravesic
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Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include bloody urine, fever, chills, or severe dizziness.

Read Before Using Bcg Vaccine Intravesic (precautions)

• Because this medication contains active virus, it is important to pour household bleach into the toilet after urinating and before flushing for up to 6 hours after receiving the medication.
• This will prevent the infection caused by the virus from spreading.
• This medication should not be given to pregnant women unless the risks outweigh the benefits.
• Discuss this with your doctor.
• It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk.
• Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
• Patients with fever or bladder infection should not use this medication.

Bcg Vaccine Intravesic Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by trained medical personnel.
• Using a special catheter (tube), the medication is put into the bladder.
• You should then lie on your back, stomach and each side for 15 minutes to make sure the medication reaches all areas of the bladder.
• Try to keep the medication in your bladder for at least 2 hours.
• Avoid urinating after it is given for as long as possible.
• This medication may be given every month or up to every 3 months.

Bcg Vaccine Intravesic Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this product with others.

Warning

• This medication could cause a serious infection, which would require additional treatment.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop persistent fever, "flu-like" symptoms, or acute inflammation in the groin area.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Contact your doctor.

Possible Side Effects

• Painful or difficult urination, frequent urination, cramps, pain or blood in the urine may occur 2 to 4 hours after being given this medication and may continue for 24 to 72 hours.
• If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, notify your MD.
• Inform your doctor if you experience any of the following after having this medication.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used in the treatment of bladder cancer.

Drug Interactions

• This medicine is not recommended for use with chemotherapy or steroids (prednisone-type drugs).
• Tell your doctor of all medication you may use, especially antibiotics.