Posid 50Mg Strip Of 8 Capsules

• Recurrent or refractory testicular cancer in adults.
• Small-cell lung cancer in adults.
• Hodgkin lymphoma in adults.
• Relapsed or refractory non-Hodgkin lymphoma in adults.
• Relapsed or refractory acute myeloid leukaemia in adults.
• Certain types of ovarian cancer in adults.

• If you have a known severe allergy or hypersensitivity to etoposide or any of the ingredients in the capsule.
• If you are breastfeeding.
• Live vaccines, including yellow fever vaccine, are contraindicated in immunosuppressed patients.

• Low white blood cell count, increasing your risk of infections
• Low red blood cell count, causing tiredness and weakness
• Low platelet count, leading to easy bruising or bleeding
• Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite
• Hair loss or thinning
• Fatigue and general weakness

• Diarrhea and mouth sores
• Stomach pain and constipation
• Dizziness and headache
• Skin rash or itching
• Liver problems or changes in liver function tests
• Peripheral neuropathy

• Severe, life-threatening infections
• Major bleeding events
• Secondary cancers over time
• Severe allergic reactions
• Tumour lysis syndrome
• Severe hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis

Other General Warnings

• You have liver or kidney problems that may require dose adjustments.
• You develop a fever, chills, or signs of an infection.
• You notice unusual bleeding or severe fatigue.
• You are planning to receive any vaccines.
• You are taking other medicines that may affect your blood counts or interact with etoposide.

• Take Posid capsule strictly as prescribed by your doctor, usually following specific treatment cycles with rest days.
• Swallow the capsule whole with a full glass of water; do not open, crush, or chew them.
• Take the capsule on an empty stomach.
• Wash your hands carefully before and after handling the capsule.

• Store the capsule at room temperature away from excessive heat, moisture, and direct sunlight.
• Keep the container tightly closed and out of the reach of children and pets.
• Return any unused or expired capsule to your pharmacist for safe disposal.

• Keep all your scheduled blood test appointments so your doctor can monitor your health safely.
• Wash your hands thoroughly after handling your medication and avoid breaking open any capsule.
• Report any fever, chills, unusual bruising, or bleeding to your doctor immediately.
• Stay well-hydrated and eat small, frequent meals if you experience nausea.

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Missed a Dose

Interactions with other medicines

• Avoid live vaccines during treatment unless your doctor specifically advises them.
• Inform your doctor about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, and herbal supplements you take.
• Using this medicine with other treatments that suppress bone marrow can increase the risk of severe bone marrow suppression and low blood cell counts.
• Certain medicines can affect etoposide levels or its effects. These include high-dose ciclosporin, cisplatin, phenytoin, and other enzyme-inducing anti-seizure medicines. Tell your doctor about all medicines you take.

Interactions with food items

• Maintain a healthy, balanced diet and drink plenty of fluids throughout treatment.
• Do not consume alcohol during your treatment. Ask your doctor about alcohol consumption during treatment, particularly if you have liver problems or are taking other medicines.