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Xtroz 1gm Injection

Name: Xtroz 1gm Injection
Brand: RANBAXY LABORATORIES (SUN PHARMA)
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Overview

Xtroz Injection is an anti-cancer medicine. It is used in the treatment of various types of cancer such as ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer and bladder cancer. It contains gemcitabine as its main component.

It will be given to you in a hospital or clinic by a doctor or nurse as an injection. You should avoid self-injecting.

Usage Instructions

Directions for Use

Xtroz Injection will be given in hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject.

Safety Information

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Xtroz Injection during pregnancy?

Xtroz Injection should not be used during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential after assessing the benefits over risks. Use effective contraception during treatment. However, if you get pregnant while on treatment, immediately contact your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Xtroz Injection while breastfeeding?

You should not be breastfeeding while on treatment with this medicine, as it is unknown if gemcitabine passes into breast milk

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Xtroz Injection?

This medicine may make you feel sleepy. Caution is needed while driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Xtroz Injection?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may worsen the side effects of this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You had or still have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys.
You had or are scheduled to have radiation therapy.
You have been vaccinated recently.
If you experience headaches along with fits and confusion, contact your doctor.
You have difficulty breathing or weakness & are pale
You gain weight, have swelling & shortness of breath.
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

This Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely that you may get an overdose of this medicine. If you experience any symptoms right after taking this injection, seek medical help.

Missed a Dose

The doctor or nurse usually gives this injection in the hospital or clinic. Therefore, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you feel that a dose has been missed, please inform your doctor and nurse.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

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

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the composition of Xtroz Injection?

Xtroz Injection contains gemcitabine, an anti-cancer medicine.

What is the use of Xtroz Injection?

Xtroz Injection is used for the treatment of ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer and bladder cancer.

What are the most important side effects I should know about?

Xtroz Injection can cause side effects, primarily affecting rapidly dividing cells. The most common ones are low blood cell counts, which increase your risk of infection (fever, chills), severe fatigue (anemia), and bleeding/bruising (low platelets); your doctor will monitor this closely with blood tests. Other common effects include flu-like symptoms, nausea, and hair thinning.

How is Xtroz Injection administered?

The medication is given directly into a vein. This is always done in a hospital, clinic, or outpatient chemotherapy center by a trained healthcare provider (nurse or doctor).