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Womastin 150mg Injection

By KHANDELWAL LABORATORIES PVT LTD
15ml Injection
MRP 1175.00
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Womastin 150 MG Description

Womastin Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It contains carboplatin as the active substance. Womastin Injection is used to treat certain types of lung cancer and ovarian cancer. Womastin Injecti

on will be given to you by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject it. Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

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Product Summary

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ContainsCarboplatin(150.0 Mg)
UsesLung and ovarian cancer
Side effectsNausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, visual disturbance
TherapyANTI-NEOPLASTIC
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uses

Uses of Womastin 150 MG

Womastin Injection is used in the treatment of certain types of lung cancer and ovarian cancer.
contraindications

Contraindications of Womastin 150 MG

  • If you are allergic to carboplatin or to any of the ingredients of Womastin Injection.
  • If you have had allergic reactions to similar platinum-containing medicines in the past.
  • If you have kidney disease.
  • If you have fewer blood cells than normal.
  • If you have a tumour that bleeds.
  • If you plan to receive a yellow fever vaccination or have just received one.
sideEffects

Side effects of Womastin 150 MG

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Visual disturbance
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Womastin 150 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Womastin 150mg Injection during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information on the effect of Womastin Injection during pregnancy and hence should not be used in pregnant women. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor after assessing the need and the risk.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Womastin 150mg Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
No information is available if Womastin Injection passes into human breast milk. Thus, this medicine should not be used in breastfeeding women.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Womastin 150mg Injection?
A:
There is limited information on the effect of Womastin Injection on driving ability. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Womastin 150mg Injection?
A:
There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Womastin Injection. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are pregnant or there is a chance you may be pregnant.
  • You are breastfeeding.
  • You have kidney disease.
  • You are elderly (over 65 years old).
  • You have been treated with cisplatin or similar anti-cancer medicines in the past. If so, Womastin Injection may cause abnormalities in your nervous system, such as pins and needles or hearing and vis...
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  • You have headaches, altered mental functioning, seizures and abnormal vision (from blurriness to vision loss).
  • You develop extreme tiredness and shortness of breath with decreased number of red blood cells (haemolytic anaemia), alone or combined with low platelet count, abnormal bruising (thrombocytopenia) and...
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  • You have a fever (temperature greater than or equal to 38°C) or chills, which could be signs of infection.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Womastin 150 MG

How Does It Work?

Womastin Injection interacts with DNA (genetic material) and causes certain changes in the DNA. This results in problems in DNA synthesis leading to anti-cancer effects.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Womastin 150 MG

  • Womastin Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse.
  • Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor or nurse.
interactions

Interactions of Womastin 150 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Womastin 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 that can reduce the number of cells in your blood at the same time as Womastin Injection.
  • Some antibiotics called aminoglycosides, vancomycin, capreomycin and water tablets (diuretics), if taken at the same time as this medicine, may increase the risk of kidney or hearing problems.
  • Live or live-attenuated vaccines (for yellow fever vaccine) should not be taken at the same time as Womastin Injection.
  • Caution should be exercised when taking blood-thinning medicines like warfarin and other medicines which decrease the activity of the immune system (ciclosporin, tacrolimus and sirolimus).
  • Phenytoin and fosphenytoin (used to treat various types of convulsions and seizures) taken at the same time as this medicine may increase the risk of a seizure.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Womastin 150 MG

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

Dosage of Womastin 150 MG

Overdose

Womastin 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 Womastin 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 immed...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is Womastin Injection used for?

A: Womastin Injection is used in the treatment of certain types of lung cancer and ovarian cancer.

Q: How will Womastin Injection be given to me?

  • Womastin Injection will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse.
  • Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor or nurse.
Product Details
Brand
WOMASTIN
Expires on or After
26/06/2024

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