Toposar (injection)
Generic name:etoposide (injection) [ ee-TOE-poe-side ]
Drug class:Mitotic inhibitors
What is Toposar?
Toposar is used to treat cancer of the lung or testicles. It is usually given with other cancer medicines in a combination chemotherapy.
Toposar may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Toposar can increase your risk of bleeding or infection. Call your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding, or new signs of infection (fever, sore throat, trouble breathing).
Before taking this medicine
You should not be treated with Toposar if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease.
Using Toposar may increase your risk of developing other types of cancer, such as leukemia. Talk with your doctor about your specific risk.
Toposar can harm an unborn baby if the mother or the father is using Toposar.
If you are a woman, do not use Toposar if you are pregnant. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine and for at least 6 months after your last dose.
If you are a man, use effective birth control if your sex partner is able to get pregnant. Keep using birth control for at least 4 months after your last dose.
Tell your doctor right away if a pregnancy occurs while either the mother or the father is using Toposar.
This medicine may affect fertility (ability to have children) in both men and women. However, it is important to use birth control to prevent pregnancy because Toposar can harm an unborn baby.
You should not breastfeed while you are using Toposar.
How is Toposar given?
Toposar is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
Toposar is usually given as part of a 4-day or 5-day treatment cycle every 3 or 4 weeks. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Toposar can be harmful if it gets on your skin. If skin contact occurs, wash the area with soap and water.
Toposar can increase your risk of bleeding or infection. You will need frequent medical tests. Your cancer treatments may be delayed based on the results.
