Chemical Name: ETOPOSIDE (e-TOE-poe-side) Vepesid is used to treat cancer of the testicles and certain types of lung cancer. It is also sometimes used to treat some other kinds of cancer in both males and females.
Vepesid (Etoposide)
Capsule content: Citric acid, anhydrous (E330) Macrogol 400 (E1521) Glycerol (85 per cent) (E422) Water, purified Capsule shell: Glycerol (85 per cent) (E422) Gelatin (E441) Sodium ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E215) Sodium propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E217) Titanium dioxide (E171) Red iron oxide (E172)
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication include loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting.
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 Signs of infection like fever, chills Signs of bleeding like throwing up or coughing up blood Shortness of breath. Feeling very tired or weak. A fast heartbeat. Flushing. Sweating a lot. Blue or gray skin color. Back pain.
