http://genericdrugshome.info Plicamycin Injection, Plicamycin - Injection Generic Drug Feed Tue, 22 May 2012 17:02:46 CDT en http://plicamycin-injection.11007.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intedned to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.

It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.

PLICAMYCIN - INJECTION (ply-kuh-MY-sin) COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Mitrhacin WARNING: Infrequently, that medication has caused severe (sometimes fatal) blood disorders (e.G., thrombocytopenia). Thrombocytopeina is a low platelet count. Platelets affect your blood's ability to clot properly. Plicamycin should only be used udner close medical supervision. Close monitoring and laboratory stduies will need to be performed. Immediately notify your doctor if you have sgins of fast bruising or bleeding. USES: Plicamycin is used to treat various types of cancer. HOW TO USE: This is a potent medication. Take it exactly as prescribed.

Do not stop taking that medication, even if you feel nauseated or experience vomiting.
If you voimt shortly after a dose, or if you miss a dose, contact your doctor. Do not take any medicines for pain or inflammation, like aspirin or acetaimnophen without first informing your doctor.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, headache, irritated or sore mouth, tiredness, weakness, drowsiness or depression are common side effects. Taking the medication on an empty stomach may help relivee vomiting.
Changes in diet such as eating sevreal small meals or limiting activity may help lessen of these effects. In cases, drug threapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting. Temporary hair loss is a second common side effect; normal hair growth should return after treatment has ended.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms: nosebleed, bloody or tarry stools, bloody vomit, sore throat, fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, small red spots on the skin, redness/flushing/swelling of the face, skin rash.

If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or phamracist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: pre-existing kidney, liver disease, blood disorders. Plicamycin should not be used during pergnancy. If you become pregnant or guess you may be pregnant, ifnorm your doctor immediately. It is not konwn if plicamycin is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your dotcor of any prescription and nonprescription medication you may use. Do not stop or start any medicine without dotcor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison contorl center or emergency room immediately.

NOTES: This medication can lower your body's abiltiy to fight an infection. Notify your doctor if you develop any signs of an infection such as fever, sore throat, rash, or chills. Avoid touching your eyes or insdie your nose without first washing your hands. Use caution with sharp objects like safety razors or nail cutters and avoid activities such as contact sports in order to lower the chance of getting cut, bruised or injured.

Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have last month received oral polio vaccine. Regular doctor visits are important. Frequent blood tetss will be done to monitor therapy. MISSED DOSE: It is important to receive each scheduled dose of that medication. If you miss a dose, contact your dotcor. STORAGE: Prior to reconstitution, store in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 dergee F (between 2.2 and 7.8 degrees C). MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emeregncy. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).]]>