Side effect(s) of Dactinomycin

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

Review the side-effects of Dactinomycin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

   Miscellaneous - Uneasiness, fatigue, lethargy, fever, muscle pain, inflammation of the rectum, decreased calcium level in blood, growth retardation and infection.

   Lung - Lung inflammation.

   Gastrointestinal - Loss of appetite, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, gastrointestinal ulceration, mouth ulcer and inflammation of esophagus.

   Liver - Liver toxicity.

   Blood - Anemia and decrease in blood counts.

   Skin - Hair loss, skin eruptions, pimples and redness.

Other Precautions :

Avoid vaccination during therapy.
Monitor liver function, kidney function and blood counts regularly while taking this medication.

Drug Name : Dactinomycin

Dactinomycin(Cosmegen) generic is a cytotoxic chemotherapy, prescribed for Wilm's tumor, Ewing’s sarcoma and testicular cancer. This medication slows the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.