Almito 10mg Injection
By ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD
1ml Injection
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Almito 10 MG Description
Almito Injection is an anti-cancer medicine. It is used to treat various kinds of metastatic and advanced cancer (that spreads in the body) such as breast, stomach, lungs or pancreas. Almito contains
mitomycin as the active ingredient. It acts by killing cancer-causing cells, thereby preventing the spread of infection. This Injection will be given by a doctor or nurse at a hospital or clinic.
Product Summary
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| Contains | Mitomycin(10.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Cancer |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, low platelet count, bone marrow suppression |
| Therapy | ANTI-NEOPLASTIC |
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Uses of Almito 10 MG
It is used to treat stomach, breast, lung or pancreatic cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.
Contraindications of Almito 10 MG
- If you are allergic to mitomycin or any other ingredient of Almito Injection.
- If you have decreased blood cell count, such as low platelets, low white blood cells, etc.
- If you are breastfeeding.
- If you have lung, liver or kidney conditions or are in a poor health state.
Side effects of Almito 10 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Bone marrow suppression
- Decreased white blood cells
- Decrease platelets
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
Precautions and Warnings of Almito 10 MG
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Almito Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Almito Injection may cause harm to the unborn baby if used during pregnancy. Thus, this medicine should not be used during pregnancy unless advised by your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Almito Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
Cisplatin in Almito passes into the breast milk, thus it should not be used by a nursing mother.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Almito Injection?
A:
If you experience altered consciousness after taking this Injection, it is advised to avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Almito Injection?
A:
You should avoid consuming alcohol while on Almito. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have kidney disease or are on any other medicine that alters kidney function.
- You are on dialysis.
- You are allergic to this medicine or any other undesired side effects.
- You have or had liver or lung disease.
- You have or had bone marrow failure.
- You are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- You have low haemoglobin, low blood count or altered blood function.
- You are elderly.
- You had or have planned live vaccination such as yellow fever.
Mode of Action of Almito 10 MG
How Does It Work?
The growth and multiplication of cells take place through DNA, a genetic material. Mitomycin works by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of cancer cells by stopping them from making DNA, resulting in cell death....
Directions for Use of Almito 10 MG
- Almito Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection.
- Do not self-inject this Injection.
Interactions of Almito 10 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Almito Injection works or Almito itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking other cancer medicines or vitamin 6 supplements.
- If you are or have taken any live vaccine recently such as yellow fever.
Storage and disposal of Almito 10 MG
- Store Almito Injection below 25°C.
- Protect it from direct sunlight.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Almito 10 MG
Overdose
Your doctor or nurse will give this Injection so it is unlikely that you overdose on this medicine. Overdose of Almito Injection may cause kidney or liver damage, hearing loss, vision loss, nausea, vomiting and bone marrow suppression....
Missed a Dose
You will be monitored by your doctor or nurse as to when Almito Injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Almito Injection?
A: Almito is an anti-cancer medicine used to treat various types of cancers. It is used to treat advanced and metastatic (spreading) cancer such as breast, pancreas, stomach and lungs.
Q: Can I stop taking Almito Injection if I feel better?
A: Do not stop taking Almito Injection until and unless your doctor advises you. If you stop taking this medicine, it can lead to an incomplete killing of cancer cells and thus increase the risk of reoccurrence of cancer. The doctor will gradually decrease the dose as per the need.
References
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- Mitomycin 40 mg, Powder for solution for injection/infusion - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 10 June 2022]
- Mitomycin 40 mg, Powder for solution for injection/infusion - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 10 June 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdsco.gov. 2022 [cited 10 June 2022]
Product Details
Brand
ALMITO
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
22/02/2025
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