Uses of Trisenox

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The drug Trisenox is used in the treatment of cancer because of its ability to cause cancer cells to self-destruct. However, if you use the drug incorrectly, you can have problems related to heart and health. Below is information shared for readers to understand what Trisenox is.

1. Uses of the drug Trisenox


Trisenox medicine contains the ingredient Arsenic trioxide. This component has been of interest to many researchers and has been analyzed for decades. Arsenic trioxide is also a form of arsenic found in nature. Under the experience of analysis and evaluation, experts believe that this substance is quite safe for health if used properly and for the right purpose.
Arsenic trioxide ingredients used in the treatment should only be taken in small amounts. Therefore, doctors and researchers both need to know the pharmacological characteristics and dosage of the following drugs to best suit the patient. In experiments analyzing the effects of Trisenox, the results showed that this drug has the ability to fight cancer cells that grow through the principle of causing the cells to self-destruct.

2. Instructions for using the drug Trisenox


Any drug used to treat cancer will most likely be a prescription drug. Patients should pay attention to this, avoid buying medication on their own without checking or consulting information about the drug from a doctor or pharmacist. Trisenox is used by injection directly into a vein.
The dose of medicine used will be considered according to the patient's weight combined with the underlying medical conditions and actual health condition. Therefore, the patient cannot determine the exact dose of the drug without the results of the general analysis. Depending on the progress of the disease, the doctor can determine the duration of medication.
Adjustment of drug dosage should be done with a thorough diagnostic examination by a physician. Patients should not arbitrarily increase, decrease or stop taking the drug without the prescription of the doctor.

3. Some notes when using Trisenox medicine


Trisenox drug is prepared intravenously. For workers, pregnant women and young children should not use this medicine unless it is mandatory. Get regular health checkups so your doctor can understand your condition and support you in treatment instead of buying drugs that cause dangerous side effects.

4. Unintended side effects of Trisenox drugs


Differentiation syndrome Differentiation syndrome can affect the use of drugs causing separate and inconsistent reactions in the body. When signs of differentiation syndrome appear, patients often experience a few symptoms:
High fever over 38 degrees; Bone and joint pain; Sudden change in weight; Membranes around the lungs, heart. With differentiated syndrome that occurs when taking Trisenox, your doctor may consider using a liquid diuretic to control it. However, in different specific cases, the drugs used to limit the side effects that cause the differentiation syndrome can also be changed. You need to pay attention to your physical symptoms early to get to the hospital for treatment.
Cardiovascular syndrome Side effects of Trisenox cause prolonged heart rhythm disturbances that can be dangerous to health. When there are signs of an unstable heart rhythm, you need to quickly go for an electrocardiogram to determine the problem. Some patients are in poor health due to cancer, so be careful when chest pain, dizziness, dizziness.
Encephalitis The brain is the organ that controls all the behavior of the body. If patients using Trisenox have symptoms of memory impairment, loss of concentration, seizures, vision loss.... Should pay attention to get tested to assess the risk of brain disease, especially encephalitis. .
Hyperglycemia Hyperglycemia often occurs in patients with diabetes. However, after taking Trisenox most patients are at risk of this problem. Patients should proactively check their blood sugar levels periodically after taking the drug for early detection. If you have diabetes syndrome and are prescribed Trisenox, please note regular health checkups.
Rash rash on the skin Some patients develop an itchy rash on the skin after taking Trisenox. Skin diseases will develop and be seriously affected if the patient does not provide good skin moisturizing. In addition, always keep the skin clean to avoid being attacked by bacteria causing serious effects.

5. Possible interactions with the drug Trisenox


Currently, there is no specific information about any drugs or foods that interact with Trisenox. When treating and using drugs, you should pay attention to provide a complete medical record to the doctor so that the person directly in charge of the disease can understand the disease condition and consider using the drug accordingly.
Above is some information about Trisenox medicine and notes for safe use. You can refer to more specific information when you go to the hospital to check.

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Reference source: oncolink.org
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