CANCENA 200 MG INJ. AMPc

About

Cancena 200mg Injection contains the active ingredient Mesna, a cytoprotective agent that belongs to the class of hemorrhagic cystitis inhibitors. It helps reduce the risk of hemorrhagic cystitis—a condition characterized by bladder inflammation and potentially severe bleeding—in patients receiving ifosfamide, a chemotherapy drug. This medication protects against some of the harmful side effects caused by certain chemotherapy treatments.

Do not use this injection if you are allergic to Cancena 200mg Injection or any of its ingredients. The medicine may cause serious allergic or skin reactions. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as fever, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or tongue, difficulty breathing or wheezing, itching, burning, skin rash or hives, redness, or swelling after administration.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have severe liver or bladder conditions. Female patients should use effective contraception while undergoing treatment with Cancena 200mg Injection in combination with other anticancer drugs and for six months after the final dose. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, constipation, low platelet and white blood cell counts, fatigue, fever, abdominal pain, headache, hair loss, and trouble sleeping.

Uses

• Hemorrhagic cystitis

Directions for use

This medicine will be administered by your doctor or nurse. Please do not attempt to self-administer it.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea, loss of appetite
• Nausea, vomiting
• Anemia
• Changes in the blood count levels
• Backache
• Confusion, dizziness, headache
• Fever, tiredness
• Rash
• Hypersensitivity reactions
• Chest pain
• Swelling in the face, feet, and hands
• Hair loss
• Excessive sweating
• Decreased potassium levels
• Abdominal pain
• Constipation

Safety Measures

Alcohol - It is unclear if alcohol consumption will impact the effectiveness of Cancena 200mg Injection. Please consult your doctor for further guidance.
Pregnancy - Limited studies have been conducted on the safety of Cancena 200mg Injection during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, suspect you might be, or are planning to become pregnant, please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding - Breastfeeding is not advised for patients receiving Cancena 200mg Injection, as the medication is excreted into breast milk in small amounts and could potentially harm the baby.
Liver - Cancena 200mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease, and dose adjustments may be required. Be sure to inform your doctor if you have any liver issues before starting treatment.
Kidney - Cancena 200mg Injection helps protect the kidneys by preventing damage caused by certain chemotherapy drugs.


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