Mitotane is a chemotherapy drug which is classified as an antineoplastic medication. Recommended for the treatment of adrenocortical carcinoma, Mitotane is known by its trade name Lysodren. It is known to be a steroidogenesis inhibitor which is also indicated to treat patients with Cushing's syndrome. It is important to be noted that it’s an off-label indication. But, the orphan drug status provides necessary justification for prescribing Lysodren. Mitotane in India is not commercially available and the same has been imported by many patients.   

Lysodren 500mg tablets are available in a pack of 100 tablets. The dosage recommendations vary from one patient to another. However, the normal trend is an adult patient may require three to six tablets in a day, even more in some cases. This has to be the discretion of the treating physician. This drug was developed and initially promoted by Bristol Myers Squibb. This is one of the oldest approvals by FDA among the medications on demand and yet to be available in India. FDA has approved Mitotane in 1970 and EMA has given its orphan drug designation and approval in 2004. The demand for this drug is reportedly due to low production of volumes. But, this can be procured through official channels of import.

Lysodren in India is prescribed by Oncologists who treat adrenocortical carcinoma. Neurosurgeons, Otolaryngological surgeons and Endocrinologists who treat Cushing's syndrome also advise for Mitotane in India. Patients who are on this medication are required to take it for longer durations.

As per the recommendation of your Oncologist or Neurologist, you will be required to procure or source this drug in stipulated quantities. Accordingly, you should collect Dr’s prescription for the full quantity required. This is important for you initiate the import permit process.

In India, you can apply and secure a legal permit in the name of patient from CDSCO. It is the authorized body in India to issue drug licenses and import permits as per the specific requirements. You can expect to receive the permit online in a day or two after requesting for it.

You can now initiate the legal transactions for importing Lysodren in India. The role of your global supplier is important in the whole process. Do not make off line payments that can put you under unnecessary stress.

Once your shipment is ready to be booked from the global destination, you can complete the customs related clearance documents in India. The whole process may take a few days. You should be prepared accordingly.

Once you are informed about the clearance status, you can very well request for a door step delivery of the medicines. You can repeat the same process for the subsequent and future supplies.

1. Don’t forget that you are looking for a medicine that can change the course of your health. Online search is a better way to connect with different suppliers, but what you see online need not be readily relied upon. Ensure the credentials of the suppliers you are interacting with.

2. It is always safe to go by your physician’s recommendations or the reference from patients who used and benefitted from the same drug. Those suppliers who are referred by the hospitals are experienced and also equally reliable.

3. Ensure you take the legal documents that include commercial invoice and customs clearance certificates to be absolutely sure that you got the medicine that you actually paid for.

Synergy Drugs will assist you with right kind of procedures in your search for lifesaving medicines. These drugs are to be legally procured from trusted global agencies. We will help you with necessary information and even connect you with such reliable entities. You can rest assured once you contact us.