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Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml

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PARENTERAL

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Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

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About Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml belongs to a group of medicines known as anthracenedioness. Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml treats leukaemia and prostate cancer. It may also be used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS). Leukaemia is a type of cancer that develops in blood-forming tissue. Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that only occurs in men and affects the prostate gland, a tiny gland under the bladder that produces semen. Multiple sclerosis is a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, resulting in symptoms such as problems with sensation, balance, vision, pain, impaired coordination, and fatigue.

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml contains Mitoxantrone. In Cancer treatment, Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells. In multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment, Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml works by slowing down an overactive immune system, which prevents or delays worsening symptoms. It also decreases the number of flare-ups.

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml should be administered to patients only in a hospital setting under the supervision of a physician qualified by training and experience to administer cancer chemotherapeutic agents. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects, such as diarrhoea, hair loss, headache, irregular menstrual cycles or spotting, nausea, pain, redness, or swelling with sores inside the mouth or throat. Most of these side effects may gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml may cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. Women of childbearing potential should be advised to avoid becoming pregnant. Talk to your care team about reliable forms of contraception. A negative pregnancy test is required before starting this medication. Do not breastfeed while taking this medication. Men using this Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml must use effective birth control whenever they have sex during their treatment and for a certain period after their final dose.

Uses of Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml

Leukaemia, Prostate cancer and multiple sclerosis (MS)

Medicinal Benefits

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml contains Mitoxantrone, which belongs to a group of medicines known as anthracenedioness. Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml is used to treat leukaemia and prostate cancer. It may also be useful in treating multiple sclerosis (MS). Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml helps in cancer treatment by decreasing the proliferation of cancer cells. Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml acts in treating multiple sclerosis (MS) by calming down an overactive immune system, which avoids or delays the worsening of symptoms. It also reduces the frequency of flare-ups.

Directions for Use

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml should be administered to patients only in a hospital setting under the supervision of a physician qualified by training and experience to administer cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • increased infections
  • bruising and bleeding easily
  • Anemia 
  • Lower-than-normal levels of neutrophils
  • Low white blood cell count
  • Diarrhea
  • Tiredness
  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Vomiting
  • Constipation
  • Abnormal weakness
  • Abdominal pain
  • Back pain
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Fever
  • Shortness of breath
  • Cough
  • Pain in joint
  • Hair loss

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml, let your doctor know about all your allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to medicines or food. White blood cells protect the body from infection. This medication may cause a decrease in the amount of white blood cells in your blood. You are more prone to catching an infection if your white blood cell count is low. When the quantity of white blood cells is too low, a condition can be deadly. It is critical to treat any infection as quickly as possible. Make an immediate call to the hospital. Use a condom or effective birth control method if you are having sex with pregnant women or women who can become pregnant. Mitoxantrone injection can produce severe or life-threatening allergic reactions, especially during the first induction course. If it happens, kindly inform your doctor immediately; your doctor may stop the second induction course, which should be withheld until the toxicity resolves. Mitoxantrone injection may cause cardiac damage at any moment during treatment or months to years after treatment has discontinued. This heart damage can be severe and fatal, and it can occur even in people who are not at risk for heart disease. Before starting mitoxantrone medication, your doctor will evaluate you and do certain tests to see how well your heart is operating and if you exhibit any indicators of cardiac problems.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml interacts with medicines used to treat a wide variety of inflammatory conditions (e.g. adalimumab), immunomodulatory medication (e.g. baricitinib, fingolimod), Vaccinations (BCG Vaccine, Dengue vaccine, Smallpox vaccine), and psychiatric medication (e.g. clozapine),

Drug-Food Interactions: Do not drink Alcoholic beverages while treated with Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml. It can affect the way the medicine works.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before taking the Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml if you suffer from infections (bacterial/fungal/protozoal/viral), heart disease, liver dysfunctions, fever, bone marrow depression/low blood counts, and bleeding disorders, as it requires close monitoring.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ADALIMUMAB
  • BARICITINIB
  • FINGOLIMOD
  • BCG VACCINE
  • DENGUE VACCINE
  • SMALLPOX VACCINE
  • CLOZAPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast, fried, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

Special Advise

  • Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml.
  • Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor will order certain tests to check your body's response to the Mitoxantrone injection.
  • Do not donate sperm during treatment with Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml for a certain period after your last dose.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Leukemia: Leukemia is a type of cancer that develops in blood-forming tissue. The condition is distinguished by uncontrolled proliferation of blood cells, most commonly white blood cells in the bone marrow. White blood cells are an important part of the body's immunological response. Normal blood and marrow cells are pushed out and replaced by leukaemia cells.

Prostate cancer: Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that only occurs in men and affects the prostate gland, a tiny gland under the bladder that produces semen. Inability to urinate easily, pain, numbness, or sexual issues are among the symptoms. For men, it is the most typical type of cancer. Although the exact cause of prostate cancer is unknown, it may be brought on by family history, chemical exposure, or both. Prostate cancer risk factors include a family history of the disease, advanced age, obesity, and genetic changes.

Multiple Sclerosis: Multiple sclerosis is a condition that affects the brain and spinal cord, resulting in symptoms such as problems with sensation, balance, vision, pain, impaired coordination, and fatigue. The immune system attacks the protective covering of the nerves (myelin) and causes disrupted communication between the brain and body due to nerve damage.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - NIT0222

FAQs

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml contains Mitoxantrone. In Cancer treatment, Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
In multiple sclerosis (MS) treatment, Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml works by slowing down an overactive immune system, which prevents or delays worsening symptoms. It also decreases the number of flare-ups.
Based on the medical condition, Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml may be given alone or together with other medicines used to treat Prostate cancer.
No, it is unsafe to father a child while taking Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml. Men using this Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml must use effective birth control whenever they have sex during their treatment and for a certain period after their final dose.
Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml can cause a significant decrease in the number of blood cells and platelets. Your doctor may suggest laboratory tests before and during the treatment. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop a fever or have signs of bruising or bleeding.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml should not be used during pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. You or your partner must use a reliable form of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking these medications.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml may not be safe for use in breastfeeding. Your doctor may suggest you stop breastfeeding during the treatment and until a certain period after the last dose of Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml.

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Driving

Caution

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml may affect your reactions and your ability to drive. Do not drive and/or operate machines that require your alertness.

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Liver

Caution

Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml should not be used to treat patients with multiple sclerosis who have liver disease. Other patients with liver disease should be treated with caution, and their dosage may need to be adjusted.

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Kidney

Caution

Limited information was available about using Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml in patients with kidney disease. Inform your doctor before receiving the Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Caution

The safety and effectiveness of Nitrol 20 mg Injection 10 ml in pediatric patients have not been established.

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