Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Dry Vial Vial Of 1 Powder For Vaccine
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Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML Description
Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection contains weakened, live culture of the BCG bacteria. It is used as a therapy for prevention against recurrent tumours in patients with urinary bladder and to prevent recur
rence of cancer.
Product Summary
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| Contains | Bacillus Calmette-Guerin [Bcg](40.0 Mg/Ml) |
| Uses | Bladder cancer treatment and prevention |
| Side effects | dysuria, urine frequency, fever, chills, cystitis, haematuria |
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Uses of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
- Treatment of primary or recurrent bladder cancer
- Prevention of recurrence of bladder cancer following transurethral resection
Contraindications of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
- Immunosuppressed patients
- Congenital or acquired immune deficiencies, e.g., AIDS, leukaemia
- Concurrent febrile illness
- Urinary tract infection
- Gross hematuria
- Patients with active tuberculosis
- Allergy to the contents of this injection
Side effects of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
- Dysuria
- Urine frequency
- Fever
- Chills
- Cystitis
- Haematuria
- Pyrexia
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- Bladder irritability
- Urinary tract infection
- Pneumonitis
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Precautions and Warnings of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I use Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection during pregnancy?
A:
The fetal harm caused by the administration of Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection when given to pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, this injection should not be given to pregnant women. Consult your doctor if you get pregnant during therapy.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Is it safe to take Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
It is unknown whether this injection's contents are excreted in human breast milk. As the potential risk to the infant cannot be excluded, it is advisable to discontinue nursing and discontinue the use of this injection while breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have been injected with Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection?
A:
Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection does not influence your driving ability.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol if I have been injected with Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection?
A:
The safety of consuming alcohol with this injection is not established.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have mucosal damage due to traumatic catheterization
- You have an HIV infection
- You have tuberculosis
- You are taking other prescription or non-prescription medication
- You are taking herbal supplements, nutritional supplements, vitamins or minerals
- You are allergic to the contents of this injection
Mode of Action of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
How Does It Work?
Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection contains weakened bacteria that activates the body's immune response, which helps destroy cancer cells.
Directions for Use of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
- Sii onco bcg injection is given in the hospital by the doctor or nurse
- Do not try to self-inject
Interactions of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
Interactions with other medicines
Concomitant therapy with antibiotics may influence the anti-tumour activity of Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection
When taken with Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection, immunosuppressants or bone marrow depressants may interfere with the development of the immune response, thereby affecting its efficacy....
Storage and disposal of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
- Store between 2–8°C away from direct sunlight
- Do not freeze
Dosage of Onco Bcg 40 MG/ML
Overdose
As this injection is given to you by a doctor or nurse, it is unlikely to get an overdose of this injection. If you experience dizziness or nausea immediately after taking the injection, seek help.
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose, you can schedule an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long after the administration will the medicine show its effects?
A: It is directly given into the bloodstream; it will start acting within 1 to 2 minutes of administration.
Q: Is Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Injection safe to use in geriatric patients?
A: Yes, it is safe to use Sii Onco Bcg 40mg Inj in geriatric patients as no overall difference in safety, effectiveness, or adverse effects were observed when given to older and younger subjects. However, it should be noted that some older individuals may show greater sensitivity to BCG.
Q: What symptoms can be observed in case of overdose?
A: In case of overdose, the patients should be closely monitored for signs of systemic or active local BCG infection. If you feel unwell, an infectious disease specialist should be consulted.
Q: Can this injection be used in a pediatric patient?
A: No data is available on the safety of this medication in pediatric patients.
References
- OncoTICE Powder for instillation fluid for intravesical use - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 18 April 2022]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/1049/smpc#
- [Internet]. Fda.gov. 2022 [cited 18 April 2022]. Available from: https://www.fda.gov/media/76396/download
Product Details
Brand
ONCO BCG
Expires on or After
22/02/2025
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