Posid 50mg Capsule

About Posid 50mg Capsule

Posid 50mg Capsule contains Etoposide, a chemotherapeutic agent primarily used in the treatment of various cancers. It works very well against lung cancer, testicular cancer, and some types of leukemia.

Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor about any liver or kidney disease and any prior radiation therapy. Disclose all medications you're taking, as they may affect its effectiveness; your doctor may also monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment.

Brand Name: Posid

Composition: Etoposide

Mechanism of Action:

Inhibiting topoisomerase II, an enzyme necessary for DNA replication, is how etoposide functions. It stops DNA strands from re-ligating after they have been cut, which causes DNA breaks and eventually causes cancer cells to undergo apoptosis (programmed cell death) by stabilizing the topoisomerase II-DNA complex.

Uses:

• Testicular Cancer
• Small Cell Lung Cancer
• Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Dosage and Administration:

Administration using intravenous (IV) routes. The precise ailment being treated, the patient's general health, and other variables all affect dosage.

Side Effects:

       Nausea

       Vomiting

       Diarrhea

       Rash

       Headache

       Weakness

       Fever

       Anemia

       Neutropenia

       Difficulty breathing

       Allergic reactions

       Mouth sores

       Constipation