6 TG 40mg Tablet
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Product introduction
6 TG 40mg Tablet is a purine analog used in the treatment of blood cancer. It works by preventing and stopping the growth of cancer cells in the body.
6 TG 40mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. 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. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include bone marrow failures, stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth), enlarged liver, increased bilirubin in the blood, increased liver enzymes, and increased uric acid level in urine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels. In some cases, it makes you sensitive towards sunlight, take caution while stepping out.
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 doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
6 TG 40mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. 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. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include bone marrow failures, stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth), enlarged liver, increased bilirubin in the blood, increased liver enzymes, and increased uric acid level in urine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels. In some cases, it makes you sensitive towards sunlight, take caution while stepping out.
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 doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of 6 TG Tablet
Benefits of 6 TG Tablet
In Blood cancer
Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. 6 TG 40mg Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but you should discuss the side effects and benefits of this medicine with your doctor. Let your doctor know if any of the side effects bothers you.
Side effects of 6 TG Tablet
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 6 TG
- Bone marrow failure
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Hepatomegaly (enlarged liver)
- Increased bilirubin in the blood
- Increased liver enzymes
- Increased uric acid level in urine
How to use 6 TG Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. 6 TG 40mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How 6 TG Tablet works
6 TG 40mg Tablet interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with 6 TG 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
6 TG 40mg Tablet 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
6 TG 40mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
After high-dose chemotherapy with 6 TG 40mg Tablet, it might be possible to breastfeed safely (approximately after 4 days).
After high-dose chemotherapy with 6 TG 40mg Tablet, it might be possible to breastfeed safely (approximately after 4 days).
Driving
SAFE
6 TG 40mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
6 TG 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of 6 TG 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
6 TG 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of 6 TG 40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
This medicine is not recommended for long term use as it make cause liver toxicity.
This medicine is not recommended for long term use as it make cause liver toxicity.
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Quick tips
- 6 TG 40mg Tablet is used for the treatment of cancer of the blood.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
- Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- It may make you more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid too much sun exposure, wear protective clothing, and use a sunscreen
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests done to monitor your blood cells, kidney and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Purine Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Antimetabolites
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking 6 TG 40mg Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using 6 TG Tablet for?
Blood cancer
83%
Ovarian cance*
17%
*Ovarian cancer
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
50%
Average
25%
Poor
25%
What were the side-effects while using 6 TG 40mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take 6 TG Tablet?
With food
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Country of origin: India
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