Epirubicin hydrochloride has produced responses in a wide spectrum of neoplastic diseases and is indicated for the treatment of:,? breast cancer,? gastric cancer,? ovarian cancer,? small cell lung cancer,? lymphoma (non-Hodgkinãs lymphoma),? advanced/metastatic soft tissue sarcoma,? superficial bladder cancer (Tis; Ta).,In bladder cancer, epirubicin hydrochloride is also indicated in the prophylaxis of recurrence after transurethral resection of stage T1 papillary cancers and stage Ta multifocal papillary cancers (Grade 2 and 3).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravesical.
Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
Do not Freeze
Refrigerate
Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear red coloured solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
Epirubicin hydrochloride has produced responses in a wide spectrum of neoplastic diseases and is indicated for the treatment of:,? breast cancer,? gastric cancer,? ovarian cancer,? small cell lung cancer,? lymphoma (non-Hodgkinãs lymphoma),? advanced/metastatic soft tissue sarcoma,? superficial bladder cancer (Tis; Ta).,In bladder cancer, epirubicin hydrochloride is also indicated in the prophylaxis of recurrence after transurethral resection of stage T1 papillary cancers and stage Ta multifocal papillary cancers (Grade 2 and 3).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravesical.
Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
Refrigerate
Do not Freeze
Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear red coloured solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
Epirubicin hydrochloride has produced responses in a wide spectrum of neoplastic diseases and is indicated for the treatment of:,? breast cancer,? gastric cancer,? ovarian cancer,? small cell lung cancer,? lymphoma (non-Hodgkinãs lymphoma),? advanced/metastatic soft tissue sarcoma,? superficial bladder cancer (Tis; Ta).,In bladder cancer, epirubicin hydrochloride is also indicated in the prophylaxis of recurrence after transurethral resection of stage T1 papillary cancers and stage Ta multifocal papillary cancers (Grade 2 and 3).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravesical.
Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
Do not Freeze
Refrigerate
Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear red coloured solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
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