Campto 100mg Injection 5ml

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5ml Injection

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Campto 100 MG Description

Campto Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It contains irinotecan as the active substance. Campto Injection is used to treat advanced or metastatic cancer of the colon or rectum. This medicine is

used in combination with other medicines. Campto Injection works by interfering with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. This medicine will be given to you by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject it. Before starting Campto Injection, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

Product Summary

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You Save	₹4356.27 (24% on MRP)
Contains	Irinotecan(100.0 Mg)
Uses	Colon and rectal cancer
Side effects	Diarrhoea, vomiting, nausea, abdominal pain, fever
Therapy	ANTI-NEOPLASTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Campto 100 MG

Campto Injection is used to treat advanced or metastatic cancer of the colon or rectum.

Contraindications of Campto 100 MG

If you are allergic to irinotecan or any of the other ingredients of Campto Injection.
If you have chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and/or blockage of the bowel.
If you are a breastfeeding woman.
If your bilirubin level is higher than 3 times the upper limit of the normal range.
If you have severe bone marrow failure.
If you have a poor physical condition (WHO performance status higher than 2).
If you are taking or have recently taken St John’s wort (a herbal medicine).
If you are going to take or have recently taken live attenuated vaccines (vaccines against yellow fever, chicken pox, shingles, measles, mumps, rubella, tuberculosis, rotavirus, influenza) and during ...
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Side effects of Campto 100 MG

Diarrhoea
Vomiting
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Fever

Precautions and Warnings of Campto 100 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Campto 100mg Injection 5ml during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the effect of Campto Injection during pregnancy. This medicine should not be used in pregnant women unless recommended by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Campto 100mg Injection 5ml while breastfeeding?

No information is available if Campto Injection passes into human breast milk. Thus, this medicine should not be used in breastfeeding women.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Campto 100mg Injection 5ml?

Campto Injection may cause dizziness and visual disturbances. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Campto 100mg Injection 5ml?

There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Campto Injection. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have Gilbert’s syndrome, an inherited condition that can cause increased bilirubin levels
and jaundice (yellow skin and eyes).
You experience diarrhoea that lasts more than 24 hours, or if you get lightheaded, dizzy, or faint.
You develop any signs of infection, such as fever (38°C or higher), chills, pain when passing urine, a new cough, or bringing up sputum after using this medicine.
You are taking medicines such as aspirin or aspirin-containing medicines, warfarin, or vitamin E.
You are unable to take fluids by mouth due to nausea and vomiting.
You develop symptoms of an acute cholinergic syndrome like runny nose, increased saliva, excess tears in the eyes, sweating, flushing, abdominal cramps, and diarrhoea.
You develop a new or worsening cough, trouble breathing, and fever after using this medicine.
You notice chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling, pain, redness, or warmth in an arm or leg.
You have pain in your belly and you cannot move your bowels, especially if you also have bloating and loss of appetite.
You recently received treatment with pelvic or abdominal radiotherapy.
You have kidney or heart disorders.
You experience sores in the mouth, mouth pain, bleeding, or even trouble eating.
You are planning to have surgery or any procedure.

Mode of Action of Campto 100 MG

How Does It Work?

Campto Injection prevents the action of a chemical called DNA topoisomerase I. This causes certain changes in the DNA (genetic material) resulting in problems in DNA synthesis which is responsible for...

Directions for Use of Campto 100 MG

Campto Injection will be given by your doctor or nurse.
Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor or nurse.

Interactions of Campto 100 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Campto Injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines used to treat fits/seizures (carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, and fosphenytoin), medicines used to treat fungal infections (ketocona...
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Avoid taking laxatives and stool softeners while taking Campto Injection.

Storage and disposal of Campto 100 MG

Store Campto Injection in a cool and dry place. Protect from light. Do not freeze.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Dosage of Campto 100 MG

Overdose

Campto Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse, and hence, the chances of an overdose are unlikely.

Missed a Dose

It is unlikely that a dose of Campto Injection will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare setup. However, if you have missed taking a dose of the injection, inform the doctor or nurse immedia...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Campto Injection used for?

A: Campto Injection is used to treat advanced or metastatic cancer of the colon or rectum.

Q: Can Campto Injection be used in pregnancy?

A: There is limited information on the effect of Campto Injection during pregnancy. This medicine should not be used in pregnant women unless recommended by the doctor.

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