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Toposar

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

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23 year experience in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Brands

Vepesid • Etopophos • VP 16 • Eposin

Generic Drug

Etoposide

Side Effects

Common

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

Serious

Low blood pressure

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