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Etopophos is a cell division inhibitor which is a kind of cancer drug.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Brands

VP 16 • Vepesid • Toposar • Eposin

Generic Drug

Etoposide

Side Effects

Common

Constipation
Dizziness
Alopecia
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Facial flushing
Hair loss
Abnormal sense of taste
Loss of appetite
Low blood pressure
Rash
Allergic reaction
Decreased taste
Reduced appetite

Serious

Low blood pressure

Treats

Small cell lung cancer
Condition
Testicular cancer
Condition

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