Evoterin is indicated for the treatment of cancer in different regions of the body such as colon and rectum, skin, cervix, ovaries, stomach, breast and lungs. This medicine can be used alone or in combination with others for the treatment of cancer.
This remedy has in its composition Irinotecan, a compound that interacts with a specific enzyme called topoisomerase I that is important in the process of cell multiplication. Thus, upon the blockade of this enzyme, Evoterin causes an error in the functioning of the cells that leads to its death.
Price
The price of Evoterin ranges from 600 to 650 reais and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to take
Evoterin should be administered by a physician or trained health professional and should be applied directly into the vein for 30 to 90 minutes of treatment.
The recommended doses and the duration of treatment should be indicated by the doctor as they depend on the severity and the type of cancer to be treated.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Evoterin may include weight loss, dehydration, diarrhea, hair loss, abdominal pain or cramps, blood vessel clot formation, anorexia, weakness, vomiting, fever, anemia, inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth or changes in results of blood tests.
Contraindications
Evoterin is contraindicated for patients with allergy to any of the components of the formula.
In addition, you should talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease or problems, diabetes, fructose intolerance, chronic inflammatory disease, or bowel obstruction.
