Mitomycin

Drug Class:	Commonly Known As:	Category:
Antitumor Antibiotic		Cancer-related

Mitomycin - What is it for

Mitomycin is an intravenous (injected into the vein) chemotherapy that is used for the treatment of certain types of cancer.

Early side effects

Nausea and vomiting may occur 1 – 2 hours after treatment, and may last for 2 – 3 days.
There are medications available, which may prevent or decrease these side effects. If you are given these medications, take them as directed.
Pain or tenderness similar to a burn if the medicine leaks outside the vein.

Delayed side effects

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

Fever of 38°C or higher, chills or sore throat.
Sore throat, hoarseness or mouth sores.
Pain and itchiness, redness or swelling at or near the injection site.
Unusual bleeding, bruising or black stools; blood in urine; pinpoint red spots on skin.
Pain or burning sensation when passing urine.