Mitomycin Medication Information
Get detailed information on Mitomycin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Mitomycin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Mitomycin Pronunciation : mye toe mye' sinTrade Names/Brand Names of Mitomycin
India :
Almito (10mg) |
Oncocin® [Vial] |
Mitomycin-C® [Vial] |
Almito (2mg) |
Mitonco® [Vial] |
Mitocin® [Vial] |
Mitomycin-C® [Vial] |
Mitonco® [Vial] |
Almito® [Vial] |
Mitocin® [Vial]
International :
Mutamycin
Why is Mitomycin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a chemotherapy agent, prescribed for adenocarcinoma (cancer of the stomach or pancreas) either alone or with other medications. It blocks cancer cell growth.When should Mitomycin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with bleeding disorder due to low platelet counts and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Mitomycin?
IV- The recommended initial dose is 10 to 20 mg/m2, every 6 to 8 weeks.How should Mitomycin be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Mitomycin?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney, breathing, bone marrow problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may reduce platelet counts, which lead to severe bleeding; avoid injury or bruising.
• Avoid contact with people who have infections.
• Avoid vaccination during the treatment period.
• Monitor complete blood cell count, and kidney function regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Mitomycin?
Severe effects - Bone marrow depression, heart failure, liver and kidney damage, abnormal decrease in platelet counts.Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, anorexia, and mouth ulcer.
Skin - Hair loss, nail discoloration, rash and itching.
Respiratory - Lung infection/inflammation, cough and difficulty in breathing.
Miscellaneous - Fever, tingling, elevated liver enzyme, uneasiness and bladder fibrosis/contraction.
