Biomab 50mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Biocon |
| Active Ingredient | Nimotuzumab (50mg) |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Chemical Class | Monoclonal antibody (mAb) |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | EGFR (ErbB1 or HER1) inhibitors- Monoclonal antibody |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 647 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Biomab Injection?
If you miss a dose of Biomab 50mg, please consult your doctor.
Biomab 50mg Injection Reviews
Biomab 50mg is used in the treatment of head and neck cancer and cancer of colon and rectum. It helps to mark the cancer cells for destruction by the body's immune system.
Biomab 50mg is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include weakness, vomiting, dizziness, and diarrhea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Inform your doctor if you experience sudden difficulty in breathing, shortness of breath, fever, or chills. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and electrolyte levels.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Biomab 50mg is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. Do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include weakness, vomiting, dizziness, and diarrhea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Inform your doctor if you experience sudden difficulty in breathing, shortness of breath, fever, or chills. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and electrolyte levels.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
How Biomab 50mg Injection Works
Biomab 50mg is a monoclonal antibody that specifically binds to receptors on cancer cells. Thus it flags the cancer cells for destruction by the body's immune system.
How to Use Biomab 50mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Biomab 50mg Injection
- In Cancer of colon and rectum: Cancer of the colon and rectum, also known as colorectal cancer (CRC) or bowel cancer, is the development of cancer from two parts of the large intestine, namely, the colon or rectum. In this type of cancer, the person may notice symptoms such as blood in the stool, a change in bowel movements, weight loss, and fatigue. Biomab 50mg treats and also lowers the risk of developing further cancerous growths (polyps) and bowel cancer. It kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine, but has some bothersome side effects. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
- In Head and neck cancer: Head and neck cancer includes cancer of the mouth, nose, sinuses or throat. Biomab 50mg kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol or smoking while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Uses of Biomab 50mg Injection
- Head and neck cancer
- Cancer of colon and rectum
Biomab 50mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Biomab 50mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biomab 50mg. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Biomab 50mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Biomab 50mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biomab 50mg 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. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Biomab 50mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Inform your doctor if you experience chills, fever, shortness of breath and difficulty breathing during the treatment.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count (CBC), electrolyte levels. liver and kidney function.
- Biomab 50mg is given as in injection or infusion under the supervision of a doctor only.
- It is advisable to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated while taking this medicine.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.