₨ 500.00
MBBS
ALEXAN 500mg Injection 1x10ml
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Cytarabine (HCl):500mg/Vial
- Manufactured by : Bio Pharma
- Drug Strength : 500mg
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : 1x10ml
- Product SKU : dis_20265
Cytarabine (HCl):500mg/Vial | Cytotoxic (anti-neoplastic) drugs
Alternate brands of ALEXAN 500mg Injection 1x10ml
| Brand Name | Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|
| CYTARABIN 500mg Injection 5s | ₨ 4,120.00 | You will pay -3620 more |
Manufactured / Marketed By : Bio Pharma Product Form : InjectionPack Size : 1x10ml Ingredients : Cytarabine (HCl):500mg/VialGeneric Category : Cytotoxic (anti-neoplastic) drugs
How it works
ALEXAN 500mg Injection 1x10ml works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells in your body.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ALEXAN 500mg Injection 1x10ml
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Fever
- Elevated Liver Enzymes
- Bleeding
- Headache rare
- Chest pain
- Joint pain
Uses of ALEXAN 500mg Injection 1x10ml
What is it prescribed for?
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Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
This medicine is used for the treatment of Acute lymphocytic leukemia which is a cancer of the blood and the bone marrow.
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Acute Non Lymphocytic Leukemia
This medicine is used for the treatment of Acute non-lymphocytic leukemia which is a cancer of the blood and the bone marrow with myeloblasts (immature white blood cells).
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to ALEXAN 500mg Injection 1x10ml , or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
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Use in Elderly
This medicine should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your physician will make the appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative medicine based on the clinical condition and therapeutic response.
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Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is necessary for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may rarely cause dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any dizziness during treatment with this medicine.
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Bone marrow suppression
This medicine should be used with caution since it may increase the risk of myelosuppression (decreased bone marrow function). Regular monitoring of blood cells count is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
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Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Thalidomide severe
- Adalimumab severe
- Digoxin moderate
- Methotrexate
- Cyclophosphamide moderate
- Naltrexone moderate
- Vinblastine moderate
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This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of recurrent infections due to the increased risk of myelosuppression. Initiation of therapy with this medicine in patients with active infections is not recommended. Patients susceptible to infections should be monitored closely during treatment with this medicine. An alternative treatment option may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Cytarabine [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682222.html [cited 13/8/2020]. 2020
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver ALEXAN 500mg Injection 1x10ml. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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