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Amiget 500mg Injection 5ml

GLS Pharma Ltd.

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₹360 / ml

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Uses of Amiget 500mg Injection 5ml

Treatment of Dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer

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Side Effects

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Benefits

Treatment of Dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer

In Treatment of Dryness in the mouth after radiotherapy of head and neck cancer Amiget 500mg Injection is used to decrease dryness in the mouth caused by radiation treatment after surgery for head and neck cancer. It protects the kidneys from harmful effects of the chemotherapy medicine cisplatin in patients that receive this medication for the treatment of ovarian cancer. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

Side Effects

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.

How to use

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

How it works

Amiget 500mg Injection works by removing free radical, harmful elements produced by cisplatin (a medicine used to treat cancer) or radiation therapy in tissues.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Amiget 500mg Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Amiget 500mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Amiget 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Seek medical advice from your doctor: It is not known whether Amiget 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Amiget 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Amiget 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Amiget 500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.

Manufacturer Address

R-4, Khirki Main Road, Malviya Nagar New Delhi- 110 017, (India)

Frequently asked questions

How does Amiget 500mg Injection work?

Amiget 500mg Injection protects normal cells from chemotherapy and radiation damage by producing a chemical 'thiol' that detoxifies harmful compounds from cisplatin, without interfering with its action.

Is Amiget 500mg Injection FDA approved?

Yes, Amiget 500mg Injection is an FDA-approved drug.

What is Amiget 500mg Injection used for?

Amiget 500mg Injection is used to reduce kidney toxicity from cisplatin therapy in advanced ovarian cancer and to prevent dry mouth during head and neck cancer radiotherapy.

Content Written By

Shaik Ashraf Ali

B.pharmacy

1 Years of Experience

Content Reviewed By

Dr. Jay Faldu

MBBS

7 Years of Experience

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References

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. 50-51

Amifostine. Nijmegen, Netherlands: USB Pharma B.V.; 1999 (26 Mar. 2019)

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) (27 Mar. 2019)

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