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Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Hydroxyurea
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule

This medication is prescribed to patients suffering from chronic myelogenous leukemia, acute myelogenous leukemia, sickle-cell disease, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, and polycythemia vera. It slows down the growth of cancer cells in the body and reduces the need for blood transfusion.

Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Exercise caution if you have severe bone marrow depression, anemia and low count of white blood cells or platelets. Do not use this drug if you are suffering from kidney or liver problems.

    What are the uses of Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule

    What are the contraindications of Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule ?

    What are the side effects of Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule ?

    Key highlights of Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      You should consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are breastfeeding.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Should not drive or operate machinery unless it has been shown not to affect physical or mental ability.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    The medicine is an antineoplastic agent. It converts to a free radical and inhibits the entire DNA replicase complex, including ribonucleotide reductase and selectively inhibits DNA synthesis, while also inhibiting DNA repair mechanisms. This leads to death of neoplastic cells.

      What are the interactions of Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        This medication interacts with etanercept, didanosine, adalimumab and clozapine.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication should be avoided by those who suffer from kidney disease, seizures and liver disease.

      FAQs about Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule

      • Ques : What is Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule?

        Ans : Cytodrox Capsule is a medication which has Hydroxyurea as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by constricting DNA synthesis of cancer cells.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule?

        Ans : Cytodrox 500Mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Blood cancer, Blood disorders, and Cancer affecting blood cells and bone marrow.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule?

        Ans : Redness of skin, Hair loss, Excess of uric acid in the blood, Nausea, Vomiting, etc are few side effects.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule?

        Ans : Cytodrox should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      • Ques : Should I use Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This medication’s consumption is not timed according to your meal.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease.

      • Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

        Ans : You can follow your normal diet under the usage of this medication.

      • Ques : Will Cytodrox 500Mg Capsule be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : There is no need to take this medication more than its recommended doses. Taking over-dosage of this medication may trigger side effects.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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