Valrubicin
General English name: Valrubicin
Brand: Valstar
Application: Bladder cancer
Dosage forms of valrobicin
Valrobicin Drug Information
The correct amount and method of taking Valrubicin
Contraindications to the use of valrobicin
Valorubicin during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of Valrubicin on driving
Drug interaction with valrobicin
Warrubicin Warning
Side effects of valorubicin
Side effects of Valrubicin overdose (Valrubicin poisoning)
Storage conditions of Valrubicin
Dosage forms of valrobicin
Injectable solution
Valrobicin Drug Information
Valrobicin belongs to the class of anthracyclines used to treat bladder cancer. It may not cure your cancer, but it works by reducing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. The usual treatment for bladder cancer is surgery; However, if you and your doctor may decide to postpone surgery because of the risks, your doctor may prescribe this medicine for you.
The correct amount and method of taking Valrubicin
Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get medication information about the drug and to be aware of its possible side effects.
The dose and amount of Valrubicin varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. This medicine should be used once every 6 weeks.
The drug is placed directly in the bladder (2 hours) under the supervision of a doctor, this drug is not injected into a muscle, under the skin or a vein.
Drink plenty of water while taking Valrubicin to reduce the side effects.
The dose of valrobicin and the course of treatment with this drug depends on the patient's weight and its effectiveness for the patient.
Contraindications to the use of valrobicin
Note the expiration date of the drug Valrobicin and do not take it if it has expired.
Never give Valrubicin to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with valrobicin, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Valorubicin during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor. Valrobicin may be harmful to the fetus.
The effect of Valrubicin on driving
Valorubicin does not cause symptoms such as dizziness or drowsiness, but if you have these symptoms, avoid driving.
Drug interaction with valrobicin
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Valrobicin may interact with some medications, including live vaccines such as BCG.
Warrubicin Warning
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to know the following before taking valrobicin:
- If you are pregnant, planning to have a baby, or if you are breast-feeding.
- If you have a bladder problem.
- If your bladder is small.
- If you have a urinary tract infection or other urinary problem.
- If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a medicine (such as doxorubicin).
Side effects of valorubicin
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some side effects may occur if you take more than the dose of this medicine. If any of these side effects occur, your doctor should be informed:
Bladder stimulation
Bladder pain
Bladder spasms and cramps
Frequent urination
bloody urine
nausea
Headache
Stomach ache
Diarrhea
Vertigo
Weakness
back ache
Skin rash and allergic symptoms: If you have such serious side effects, see a doctor immediately.
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to Valrubicin.
Side effects of Valrubicin overdose (Valrubicin poisoning)
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room immediately.
Storage conditions of Valrubicin
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.