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Ondican 4 Injection, also known by the generic name Ondansetron 4 mg Injection, is an antiemetic medication primarily used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting associated with various medical conditions and treatments. Common Uses 1. Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting (CINV): Ondican 4 is administered to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It is typically given 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy sessions. 2. Radiation Therapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting: It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with radiation therapy, usually administered 1–2 hours before treatment. 3. Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV): Ondican 4 helps prevent and treat nausea and vomiting following surgery. It is administered immediately before or within 2 hours after surgery. 4. Other Causes of Nausea and Vomiting: It may also be used to manage nausea and vomiting due to other causes, such as gastroenteritis or certain medical conditions. Mechanism of Action Ondican 4 works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical in the body that can trigger nausea and vomiting. By inhibiting serotonin receptors in the brain and gastrointestinal tract, it effectively prevents these symptoms. Administration Ondican 4 Injection is administered intravenously (IV) by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting. The dosage and timing depend on the specific condition being treated and the patient's medical history. Side Effects Common side effects may include: • Headache • Constipation • Dizziness • Fatigue • Injection site reactions These side effects are generally mild and temporary. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your healthcare provider. Precautions Before receiving Ondican 4, inform your doctor if you have: • Liver disease • Heart problems • Electrolyte imbalances • Blockage in the stomach or intestines Additionally, disclose any other medications you are taking, as interactions may occur. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult their healthcare provider before use.

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Ondican 2 Injection is a brand of Ondansetron 2 mg/2 mL Injection, manufactured by American Remedies. Ondansetron is a 5-HT₃ receptor antagonist commonly used as an antiemetic to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting associated with various medical conditions. ________________________________________ ✅ Primary Uses Ondican 2 Injection is indicated for: • Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting (CINV): To prevent and treat nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy. Radiotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting (RINV): To prevent and treat nausea and vomiting associated with radiation therapy. Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting (PONV): To prevent and treat nausea and vomiting following surgical procedures. These indications are supported by clinical guidelines and pharmacological references. ________________________________________ ⚙️ Mechanism of Action Ondansetron works by blocking the action of serotonin, a natural substance that may cause nausea and vomiting. It specifically inhibits serotonin receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) in the brain, thereby preventing the sensation of nausea and the act of vomiting. ________________________________________ ⚠️ Precautions and Side Effects Precautions: • Allergy: Do not use if allergic to ondansetron or other 5-HT₃ receptor antagonists. • Cardiac Conditions: Use with caution in patients with a history of heart problems, as ondansetron may affect heart rhythm. • Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare provider before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Common Side Effects: • Headache • Constipation • DizzinessFatigue Serious Side Effects: • Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling) Severe dizziness or fainting • Irregular heartbeat Seek immediate medical attention if any serious side effects occur.

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FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION contains Fluorouracil, which belongs to a group of medicines called Nucleoside metabolic inhibitors. FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION is used to manage cancer involving the breast, oesophagus, stomach, colon, rectum, pancreas, prostate, ovary, bladder, and head and neck cancer. FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION should not be used in patients with serious infections (for example, Herpes zoster or chickenpox), non-malignant tumours, poor nutrition, weakened immunity due to long illness, damaged bone marrow due to other antineoplastics or radiotherapy, severe liver disease, or homozygotic or complete deficiency of dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD) enzyme. FLURACIL 250MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with decreased blood cells, oral ulcers, fever or haemorrhage at any site or weakness (due to decreased blood cells), kidney or liver problems like jaundice (yellowing of the skin) or heart problems like chest pain, reduced activity or deficiency of the enzyme DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase), had high-dose radiation to pelvic, spine, ribs, metastatic tumours with involvement of bone marrow, severe bone marrow suppression include neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and anaemia, viral, bacterial, fungal and/or parasitic infections, encephalopathy, gastrointestinal side effects like stomatitis, diarrhoea, bleeding from the G.I. tract or haemorrhage at any site, family history of partial or complete deficiency of the enzyme dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase (DPD), had recent major surgery.

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Mozifor Injection is used in Autologous stem cell transplant. It is a procedure in which certain blood cells are removed from the body and then returned to the body after the chemotherapy and/or radiation in patients with certain cancers. Mozifor Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, diarrhea, and injection site reaction. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.

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Celofos 1gm injection is an anticancer drug belonging to the category of alkylating agents, containing the active ingredient Ifosfamide. It is indicated for the treatment of bladder inflammation and cancers in the soft tissues, germ cells, pancreas, and cervix. If you had an allergic reaction to this drug or any of its components, it should not be used. This medicine may cause severe bone marrow suppression which results in low white blood cell count or low platelet count due to chemotherapy or radiation therapy. You should wait for three months before starting the treatment with this drug if you have received a live virus vaccine such as measles, mumps, rubella, or chickenpox. It is advised to use this drug with caution in severe kidney or liver-diseased individuals. Talk to your doctor if you take any other medications or before using over-the-counter medicines or herbal products. Your doctor will evaluate the risk of interaction with this medication. Consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant or plan to have a baby. This injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it causes harm to an unborn fetus. Your health care practitioner will conduct a pregnancy test before you start treatment with Celofos 1gm injection. Discuss with your doctor effective birth control methods and utilize them for at least two weeks following the last dose. Breastfeeding should be avoided during the treatment with this drug as it may pass into breast milk in small amounts.

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Religrast 300mcg injection contains the active constituent filgrastim. It is a white blood cell growth factor (granulocyte-colony stimulating factor) approved by the FDA to decrease the risk of developing febrile neutropenia (occurrence of fever or infection associated with low WBC count) and to reduce the duration of neutropenia (low white blood cell count) in people who have non-myeloid cancer and are receiving chemotherapy drugs. It is also used to increase the number of WBCs and decrease the length of time of fever in people with acute myeloid leukemia. It is also used in people undergoing bone marrow transplants and in people with severe chronic neutropenia (low number of neutrophils in the blood). Religrast 300mcg injection is also used to prepare the blood for leukapheresis (a treatment in which certain blood cells are removed from the blood). It is also indicated to increase the chance of survival in people exposed to harmful amounts of radiation, which can cause severe damage to the bone marrow. Other uses include in patients with advanced HIV infection, which will help to reduce the risk of infections.

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Introduction to Bdocterio 30mg Injection Bdocterio 30mg injection contains the active substance octreotide. It is a synthetic compound derived from somatostatin, a substance naturally found in the human body that inhibits the effects of certain hormones, such as growth hormones. It is used to reduce the amount of growth hormone produced by people with acromegaly (a condition in which the body produces too much growth hormone, causing enlargement of the hands, feet, and facial features; joint pain; and other symptoms) who cannot be treated with surgery, radiation, or another medication. It is also used to control diarrhea and flushing caused by carcinoid tumors (slow-growing tumors that release natural substances that can cause symptoms) and vasoactive intestinal peptide-secreting adenomas (VIP-omas; tumors that form in the pancreas and release natural substances that can cause symptoms). It is used to prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas gland. It is also indicated to stop bleeding and to protect from re-bleeding from ruptured gastro-esophageal varices in patients suffering from chronic liver disease. This medicine is used to treat people with pituitary tumors that produce too much thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) when other types of treatment (surgery or radiotherapy) are not suitable or have not worked and after radiotherapy, to cover the interim period until the radiotherapy becomes fully effective. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to octreotide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Inform your physician if you have gallstones, high or low blood sugar levels, vitamin B12 deficiency, and liver diseases. Bdocterio 30mg injection may lower your heart rate, and very high doses can cause abnormal heart rhythm, so your doctor may monitor your heart function regularly during the treatment. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before initiating the treatment. Uses of Bdocterio 30mg Injection To treat acromegaly Relieve symptoms associated with some tumors of the GI tract To prevent complications following surgery of the pancreas gland To treat pituitary tumors that produce too much TSH Therapeutic Effects of Bdocterio 30mg Injection Bdocterio 30mg injection acetate, a cyclic octapeptide agent, inhibits growth hormone, glucagon, and insulin more effectively than the natural hormone somatostatin. The drug also reduces growth hormone and IGF-I (somatomedin C) in acromegaly, inhibits gallbladder contractions, reduces bile secretion, and suppresses thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) secretion. Interaction of Bdocterio 30mg Injection with other drugs Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications interact with Bdocterio 30mg injection and reduce their effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. More Information about Bdocterio 30mg Injection Store the Bdocterio 30mg injection in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C Do not freeze Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets If you forgot to take the injection, inform your healthcare professional immediately and reschedule the appointment. How to consume Bdocterio 30mg Injection Always use this medicine as exactly prescribed by your doctor. Depending on the condition being treated, an infusion of Bdocterio 30mg injection is given by either subcutaneous (under the skin) injection, intramuscularly (into the muscle of the buttocks), or intravenous (into a vein). A healthcare professional will always administer intravenous and intramuscular injections. If you are prescribed a subcutaneous injection, your doctor or other healthcare professional will explain how to inject the medicine under the skin. Safety Advices for Bdocterio 30mg Injection Image Not Available Pregnancy Bdocterio 30mg injection will only be given during pregnancy if needed. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting pregnancy, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment. Use effective contraception during the treatment. Image Not Available Breast Feeding Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Bdocterio 30mg injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby. Do not breastfeed during the treatment. Image Not Available Lungs It is unknown whether Bdocterio 30mg injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment. Image Not Available Liver Bdocterio 30mg injection is contraindicated in patients with acute liver failure. Dose adjustments are necessary if you have liver problems. Inform your physician if you have any liver disease before initiating the therapy.

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INTAXEL 260MG INJECTION contains Paclitaxel which belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines called Taxanes. INTAXEL 260MG INJECTION is used to manage ovarian and breast cancer as a first line of therapy and as a second line of management when platinum containing medicines (such as cisplatin) or anthracyclines are insufficient to manage the disease in affected individuals. INTAXEL 260MG INJECTION is also used to manage advanced NSCLC (non-small cell lung cancer) when surgery/radiation therapy is not suitable. The medicine is also indicated for use to manage AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma when other managements (such as anthracyclines) are insufficient to manage the disease in affected individuals. INTAXEL 260MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to paclitaxel and polyoxyethylated castor oil. It is also not recommended for use in patients with few white blood cells count and serious & uncontrolled infection. The medicine is also not used in patients suffering from severe liver disease. Before receiving INTAXEL 260MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you had previously received radiation to your chest and/or suffering from thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)/acute infections (such as herpes zoster, chickenpox, herpes), kidney problems (such as chronic kidney disease), liver problems (such as mild/moderate hepatic impairment) and/or heart problems (such as severe coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction and arrhythmias).

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INTRODUCTION ABOUT TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION contains Paclitaxel which belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines called Taxanes. TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION is used to manage ovarian and breast cancer as a first line of therapy and as a second line of management when platinum containing medicines (such as cisplatin) or anthracyclines are insufficient to manage the disease in affected individuals. TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION is also used to manage advanced NSCLC (non-small cell lung cancer) when surgery/radiation therapy is not suitable. The medicine is also indicated for use to manage AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma when other managements (such as anthracyclines) are insufficient to manage the disease in affected individuals. TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients allergic to paclitaxel and polyoxyethylated castor oil. It is also not recommended for use in patients with few white blood cells count and serious & uncontrolled infection. The medicine is also not used in patients suffering from severe liver disease. Before receiving TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you had previously received radiation to your chest and/or suffering from thrombocytopenia (low platelet count)/acute infections (such as herpes zoster, chickenpox, herpes), kidney problems (such as chronic kidney disease), liver problems (such as mild/moderate hepatic impairment) and/or heart problems (such as severe coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction and arrhythmias). TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Women of child-bearing potential should use effective contraception method while receiving TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION which should be continued for next-6 months after completing the management. The medicine is also not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION is also not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). The medicine can be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) after consulting the doctor. The most common side effects of receiving TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION are minor allergic reactions (such as flushing, rash, itching), shortness of breath, sore throat/mouth ulcers, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and/or loss of hair. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen. USES OF TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION Manage ovarian and breast cancer. Manage advanced NSCLC (non-small cell lung cancer) Manage AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma in affected individuals. HOW TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION WORKS TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION works by interfering with the microtubule structures in the cell (substance which aids cancer cells to divide and multiply) thus inhibiting the growth of cancer cells and managing its spread in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USE TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF TAXONAB 100MG INJECTION COMMON minor allergic reactions such as flushing, rash and/or itching infections such as upper respiratory infection, urinary tract infection shortness of breath sore throat/mouth ulcers, sore and red mouth diarrhea, nausea, vomiting loss of hair pain in the muscles, cramps, joints fever, severe chills, headache, dizziness, tiredness, looking pale bleeding, bruising more easily than normal signs of peripheral neuropathy such as numbness, tingling/weakness in arms and legs temporary mild nail change and skin changes reactions at injection sites such as localized swelling, pain and/or redness of the skin. UNCOMMON septic shock (severe drop in blood pressure) due to infections racing heartbeat, rapid beating of the heart, respiratory distress, heart attack, heart block fatigue, sweating, fainting, significant allergic reactions, phlebitis (inflammation of a vein), swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue and/or throat back pain, chest pain, pain around hands and feet, chills, abdominal pain. RARE febrile neutropenia (type of fever) due to low white blood cell count associated with fever and increased risk of infection motor neuropathy (disease that affects your body’s motor nerves) pulmonary embolism (blockade of lung artery), lung fibrosis (damaged/scarred lung tissue), interstitial pneumonia (scarring of lung tissue), pleural effusion (build of fluid between lungs and chest) bowel obstruction, bowel perforation, inflammation of colon, inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) skin redness peritonitis (inflammation of abdominal layer) fever, dehydration, weakness anaphylactic reactions (life threatening allergic reaction). HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS Diarrhea: Drink plenty of water and stay hydrated. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to manage diarrhea. Consult your doctor and inform them if the symptom gets worse.

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