Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is used for the treatment of several kinds of cancer such as some kinds of cancer that affect the testicles (testicular cancer), uterus or womb (gestational trophoblastic neoplasia), kidneys (Wilms' tumor), bones and muscles (Ewing's sarcoma).

Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is used to treat a variety of cancers, either alone or in combination with other drugs.

Uses of Cosmegen Injection

Benefits of Cosmegen Injection

In Testicular cancer

Testicular cancer is the cancer in the male organs called testicles, that make male hormones and sperm. The testicles are located inside a loose bag of skin (scrotum) underneath the penis. Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells in men. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

In Wilms' tumor

Wilms’ tumor, also known as nephroblastoma, is the most common cancer of the kidneys in children. Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is used along with other other medicines or treatment modalities such as surgery, radiation or chemotherapy depending on the stage or severity of the cancer and the condition of the patient. Follow the doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.

In Gestational trophoblastic neoplasia

Gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD), is a rare tumor that develops inside the uterus from the tissue that forms after the female conceives (successful fusion of sperm and egg). Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is given to kill such kinds of tumor cells and prevent their further growth. This medicine is given only under medical guidance. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

In Ewing's sarcoma

Exing’s sarcoma is a tumor that grows in your bones or the soft tissue around your bones, such as cartilage or the nerves. It usually affects children and young adults. Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection helps to treat Ewing’s sarcoma. It may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

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Side effects of Cosmegen Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cosmegen

Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Glossitis (tongue inflammation)
Lip inflammation
Diarrhea
Inflammation of the rectum
Low blood platelets

How to use Cosmegen Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection is given as an injection into vein under the supervision of a doctor only.
Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
You may need to have blood tests to monitor your blood cells, platelets count, liver function and kidney function during treatment.
Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unusual bruising or bleeding or if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools and dark urine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Antitumor Antibiotics

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

abcde

Action Class

Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents

Patient concerns

Sir my first child suffered from wlims tumor. Now she is fine after treatment. Sir i want to know will my second child who is in mother womb can have such problems. Sir pls advise me what to do?

Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Wilms tumor can be hereditaryGo for routine prenatal tests only

i'm patient of Ewing sarcoma bone cancer

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

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References

Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1712-13.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 348-49.
Dactinomycin. Immeuble Le Wilson: Orphan Europe SARL; 2006 [revised Jun. 2013]. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Cosmegen 0.5mg Injection

Product introduction

Uses of Cosmegen Injection

Benefits of Cosmegen Injection

In Testicular cancer

In Wilms' tumor

In Gestational trophoblastic neoplasia

In Ewing's sarcoma

Side effects of Cosmegen Injection

Common side effects of Cosmegen

How to use Cosmegen Injection

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

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