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Megval 50mg Injection

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Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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Product introduction

Megval 50mg Injection is an anti-cancer drug used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and a type of cancer of bone marrow called multiple myeloma. It may also be used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.

Megval 50mg Injection is administered by a doctor or a nurse into the vein. Do not self administer this medicine at home. 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. 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. It makes skin more sensitive towards sunlight, wear protective clothing or use sunscreen.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, anemia (low number of red blood cells) and hair loss. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with kidney, liver and heart function during treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor if you observe signs of infections such as fever, chills, body ache or if you have unusual bruising or bleeding and  bleeding gums or blood in your urine or stool.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have bleeding, 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. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.


Uses of Megval Injection

Benefits of Megval Injection

In Multiple myeloma

If you have multiple myeloma, your body is destroying bone faster than it is being replaced. This makes bones weak and painful and more likely to break. Megval 50mg Injection may be prescribed along with other cancer treatments such as chemotherapy. It is an important part of your treatment and increases the survival rate of people with multiple myeloma. This medicine will kill the cancerous cells and prevent their further growth as well as spread to other parts of the body. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective and may be prescribed if you do not have high blood calcium levels.

In Ovarian cancer

Ovarian cancer is a cancer that begins in the female organs that produce eggs (ovaries). This type of cancer is usually detected very late and can be fatal too. It usually spreads to the pelvis and stomach. Megval 50mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but has some side effects that may be bothersome. So, 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.

Side effects of Megval 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 Megval

  • Hair loss
  • Low blood platelets
  • Diarrhea
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

How to use Megval Injection

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

How Megval Injection works

Megval 50mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Megval 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Megval 50mg 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
UNSAFE
Megval 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Megval 50mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Megval 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Megval 50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Megval 50mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Megval Injection?

If you missed a dose of Megval 50mg Injection, consult your doctor. It is important not to miss your dose.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Megval 50mg Injection should be taken as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Nitrogen Mustard Compounds
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkylating agent

Interaction with drugs

Taking Megval with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause a decrease in the ability of the bone marrow to produce blood cells. Do not consume Lenograstim from 24 hours before until 24 hours after undergoing cytot... More
Concurrent use may cause a decrease in the ability of the bone marrow to produce blood cells. Do not consume Melphalan from 1 day before until 1 day after taking Molgramostim. Ple... More
Concurrent use may cause a decrease in the ability of the bone marrow to produce blood cells. Do not consume Melphalan from 14 days before until 24 days after taking Pegfilgrastim... More
Concurrent use may cause a decrease in the ability of the bone marrow to produce blood cells. Do not consume Melphalan from 1 day before until 1 day after taking Sargramostim. Ple... More
Concomitant use may increase the risk of opportunistic infections. Do not consume Natalizumab with Melphalan.

Patient concerns

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Please tell me the interpretation of the attach report, if possible. Also guide for further treatment process.
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
U r having multiple myeloma
Multiple myeloma can be cured or not
Dr. Rohan Khandelwal
Surgical Oncology
Yes, if diagnosed at the right stage
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References

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Marketer details

Name: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025

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