Posid 100mg Capsule 4S

Posid 100mg Capsule 4S

₹248.00 ₹248

Rx(Prescription required) Manufacturer :Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd Salt Composition :Etoposide (100mg) Storage :Store below 30°C Category :All Medicines Availability : Out of Availability

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Description

Uses, Side Effects, of Posid 100mg Capsule 4S

Posid 100mg capsules are used to treat various types of lung and testicular cancer. It may also be used to treat other types of cancer in both men and women. It can be given alone or in some cases with certain other medications as part of a combination chemotherapy regimen.

Posid 100mg capsules should be taken on an empty stomach, but at the same time for maximum effect. It should be taken as advice from your doctor. The dose and frequency of administration depend on the purpose of administration. Your doctor will determine how much you need to improve your symptoms. Swallow the entire tablet with a sip of water. You should take this medicine as long as it is prescribed. Keep away from people suffering from colds and other infections, as they can weaken your immune system. The most common side effects of this drug are low blood platelet count, vomiting, nausea, hair loss and anemia (low red blood cell count).

If these bother you or look serious, talk to your doctor. There may be ways to reduce or prevent them. It is important to use effective contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy and childbirth during treatment. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or if you have received radiation therapy. Your doctor should also be aware of all the other medicines you are taking. Many of these medicines can reduce the effectiveness of these medicines or change their effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may check your blood cells and liver function while you are taking this medicine.

Uses of Posid 100mg Capsule 4S

  • Small cell lung cancer
  • Testicular cancer

Medicinal Benefits Posid 100mg Capsule 4S

Small cell lung cancer is a type of lung cancer that grows rapidly, often caused by smoking, starting with a small tumor in the lung and eventually spreading to other parts of the body. Posid 100 mg capsules help treat such cancers and can be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a powerful and highly toxic drug and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Do not drink alcohol during this treatment. Drink enough water to rehydrate. For testicular cancer Testicular cancer is cancer of the testicles, a male organ that produces androgens and sperm.

The testicles are located on the loose pouch of the skin (scrotum) under the penis. Posid 100mg capsules kill or stop the growth of cancer cells and prevent the growth of cancer cells in men. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.


Side Effects of Posid 100mg Capsule 4S

Most side effects do not require medical attention and disappear as your body adapts to the drug. Contact your doctor if they persist, or if you are worried about them

  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Diarrhea
  • Hair loss
  • Liver damage
  • Low blood platelets
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Vomiting

Directions for Use Posid 100mg Capsule 4S

Take this medicine and take it for the period recommended by your doctor. Posid 100mg capsules should be taken on an empty stomach.


Caution :

  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Keep away from direct sunlight.