Rinowel
Prescription Required
Marketed By
getwell
Pack of
1 Vial
Salt Composition
Irinotecan Hydrochloride
Storage
Keep in cold place
Rinowel
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Overview
Rinowel medicine is used to treat colon or rectal cancer. It belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastic. This medication works by suppressing the activity of topoisomerase I involved in DNA. This helps to slow down the growth of cancer cells.
Indication
Colon or rectal cancer
Description
Rinowel medicine is an antineoplastic enzyme inhibitor primarily used in the treatment of colon or rectal cancer. Irinotecan is a semisynthetic derivative of camptothecin. Camptothecins interact specifically with topoisomerase I, an enzyme in the cell nucleus that regulates DNA topology and facilitates nuclear processes such as DNA replication, recombination, and repair.
Side Effects
Rinowel medicine may cause some major and minor side effects. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with the doctor before starting the treatment.
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Fever
Cough
Loss of appetite
Indigestion
Fainting
Sore throat
Lightheadedness
Bleeding
Nausea
Irregular heartbeat
Shortness of breath
Back pain
How To Use
Take Rinowel injection as prescribed by your doctor. The injection is given slowly as an infusion into the vein by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.
In case of an overdose, the doctor will provide emergency medical treatment.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Rinowel injection without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Without a doctor's consultation, do not take this medicine if you're breastfeeding.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of the medicine.
Kidney
caution
Do not take Rinowel injection without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
caution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking this medicine.
Missed Doses
It is advisable not to miss a dose. If you miss an appointment for a scheduled dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately.
FAQs
This medicine is used to treat colon or rectal cancer. It belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications known as antineoplastic. It kills the cancer cells by interfering with the DNA, which stops the multiplication of cancerous cells.
This medication works by suppressing the activity of topoisomerase I involved in DNA. This helps to slow down the growth of cancer cells.
Some common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, vomiting, fainting, bleeding, etc.
If you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately.
Do not use this medication if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
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MARKETER DETAILS
getwell
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