Dactinomycin Intraven. - Dactinomycin - Injection Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Dactinomycin Intraven.
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Dactinomycin Intraven. Storage Instructions

• Refrigerate piggyback or infusion device.
• Warm to room temperature before infusing.
• Check expiration date.
• Store vial at room temperature away from sunlight.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, acne, skin rash, darkening or reddening of skin are common side effects.
• Not eating before treatment 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 without delay, if you experience any of the following symptoms.

Dactinomycin Intraven. 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.

Read Before Using Dactinomycin Intraven. (precautions)

• This medication must not be used by women who are or may become pregnant or while nursing.
• Because this medication can affect the production of sperm in men, a reliable form of birth control is recommended while taking this medication.
• Tell your doctor if you have.

Overdose

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

Drug Interactions

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

Medicinal Applications

• Dactinomycin is one of a large group of drugs known as "antineoplastics"; these drugs are also known as cancer drugs, chemotherapy, or "chemo".
• They are used in the treatment of various cancers to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.
• A combination of different types of cancer drugs will often be used to achieve better results and minimize side effects.

Usage Instructions

• This is a potent medication.
• Use it exactly as prescribed.
• Tell your doctor or nurse immediately if you experience pain, burning or redness at the place where injected.

Warning

• If this medication accidentally leaks into surrounding tissue, the skin and/or muscle may be severely damaged.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you feel pain at the injection site.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Do not double dose if missed.
• Contact your doctor.

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).