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Zydus Cadila
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Blood cancer / Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome
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Benefits
In Blood cancer Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Azatend Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. In Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome Azatend Injection is used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome, a group of conditions in which the bone marrow produces blood cells that are abnormal in structure and function, and does not produce enough healthy blood cells. Azatend Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective, yet very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Azatend Injection is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells in leukaemia. This kills the cancer cells and helps in normal maturation and growth of young blood cells in the bone marrow.
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Azatend Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Azatend Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Doctor consultation is advised.
Not Safe: Azatend Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Not Safe: Azatend Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Azatend Injection can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.
Caution Advised: Azatend Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azatend Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Caution Advised: Azatend Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azatend Injection may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised. Use of Azatend Injection is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.
Manufacturer Address
Zydus Tower, Satellite Cross Roads,Ahmedabad ‚ 380015 Gujarat, India.
References
Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilmans: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1700
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 112-13
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Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) (27 Mar. 2019)
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