Tice-BCG
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
It is used to treat bladder cancer .
Indications
It is used to treat bladder cancer .
Contraindications
Tice-BCG is contraindicated in conditions like AIDS, Immunosuppression.
Side Effects
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your
doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash ; hives; itching ; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing ;
tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue,
or throat. Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or
yellow skin or eyes. Signs of lung or breathing problems like shortness of breath or other trouble breathing, cough , or fever. Worse pain or burning when passing urine or if these effects will not go away. Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed. Blood in the urine. High fever over 103.1 degrees F or 39.5 degrees C for more than 12 hours. Mild fever over 101.3 degrees F or 38.5 degrees C for more than 48 hours. Very bad dizziness or passing out. Chest pain. Joint pain . Eye pain. Eye irritation. Eye redness . Cough. Throwing up. Feeling very tired or weak.
Warnings
Vaccination should not be given to pregnant women unless the benefits outweigh the risks. It should be used with caution during lactation. To be most effective, persons who have been vaccinated should stay away from active cases of tuberculosis for 6 to 12 weeks. People with impaired immune systems (due to chemotherapy or radiation treatment) should not receive this vaccine. Inform the doctor if taking any steroid medication (prednisone-type drug) or antibiotic.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
81 mg (81 (81)) As recommended. Intra Bladder — Diluted in 50ml NS, instilled into empty bladder for 1-2hr as tolerated..
Child Dosage
Not applicable in paeds ( ) —
Neonatal Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Tice-BCG was found.
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.