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Plicamycin ( plye-ka-MYE-sin) belongs to the group of medicines known as antineoplastics. It may be used to treat certain types of cancer. It is also used to treat hypercalcemia or hypercalciuria (too much calcium in the blood or urine) that may occur with some types of cancer. Plicamycin may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Plicamycin is to be administered by or under the immediate care of your doctor. It is available only with a prescription, in the following dosage form: Parenteral Injection (U.S.)
Your doctor has ordered the drug Plicamycin to help treat your illness. The drug is given by injection into a vein. Plicamycin is used to treat: testicular tumors hypercalcemia and hypercalciuria associated with a variety of cancers Plicamycin is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Plicamycin is a type of antibiotic that is only used in cancer chemotherapy. It slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in your body. In addition, Plicamycin may lower the amount of calcium in the blood. The length of treatment depends on the types of drugs you are taking, how well your body responds to them, and the type of cancer you have. Brand names: - Mithracin - Plicamycin |