Talk (intrapleural)

Talk (intrapleural)

Talk (intrapleural)

Used for talc

You may be familiar with talc, which is used as an ingredient in powders (talcum powder). The talc used to prevent fluid buildup in the lungs is a special grade of talc that has been sterilized (made sterile).

This medicine should only be administered by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.

Before using talc

When deciding whether to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the benefits it produces. This is a decision that you and your doctor will make. The following should be noted with this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your doctor if you have other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatrics

No appropriate studies have been conducted on the relationship between age and the effects of talcum powder in children and adolescents. Safety and effectiveness have not been established.

geriatrics

There is no information on the relationship between age and the effects of talcum powder in geriatric patients.

Breastfeeding

There are insufficient studies in women to determine the risk to infants when using this drug while breast-feeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Drug interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines can be used together, although interactions may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your doctor if you are taking other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken during or near food or consumption of certain foods because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also lead to interactions. Discuss using your medicine with food, alcohol or tobacco with your doctor.

Other medical problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Andere Lungenerkrankungen oder Atemprobleme (z. B. Pneumonitis, akutes Atemnotsyndrom) – mit Vorsicht anwenden. Kann diesen Zustand verschlimmern.

Proper use of talc

A doctor will give you this medicine during a medical procedure, such as a thoracoscopy. This medicine is injected through a tube into your chest and around your lungs.

Precautions when using talc

It is very important that your doctor examines you closely to make sure this medicine is working properly and to check for any unwanted effects.

Using this medicine during pregnancy may harm your unborn baby. Use an effective form of contraception to prevent pregnancy during treatment and for at least 5 months after the last dose of this medication. If you think you have become pregnant while using this medicine, tell your doctor immediately.

This medicine may cause infertility (inability to have children). If you plan to have children, talk to your doctor before receiving this medicine.

Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect the results of certain medical tests.

Side effects of talc

In addition to the necessary effects, a medicine may also have some undesirable effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, medical attention may be required if they occur.

Contact your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Fieber

Less common

• Brustschmerzen, Unwohlsein oder Engegefühl
• Schüttelfrost
• Husten oder Blutspucken
• Husten mit zähem Schleim
• Schwindel
• Ohnmacht
• schneller, langsamer oder unregelmäßiger Herzschlag
• allgemeines Unwohlsein oder Krankheitsgefühl
• Kurzatmigkeit oder Atembeschwerden

Some side effects may occur that usually do not require medical attention. These side effects may disappear during treatment as your body gets used to the medicine. Your doctor may also be able to give you ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects persist or are bothersome, or if you have any questions, contact your doctor:

More common

• Blutungen, Schwellungen, Wärme oder Schmerzen auf der Haut an der Stelle, an der das Sprührohr eingeführt wurde

Some of the above side effects may be caused by the insertion of a tube into the breast or other procedures that were performed at the time of using the talc, as well as the talc. Some patients may also experience other side effects not listed above. If you notice other side effects, contact your doctor.

Some patients may also experience other side effects not listed. If you notice other side effects, contact your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Commonly used brand names

In the USA

• Sklerosol intrapleural
• Steritalc

Available dosage forms:

• Sprühen
• Pulver

Therapeutic class: Sclerosing agents

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