Biobin 100mg Injection


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Active Ingredient Cytarabine (100mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassPyrimidine Nucleoside Analog
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action ClassAntimetabolites
User Rating4.6
User Reviews720

FAQ

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Is Biobin 100mg a vesicant?
No. Biobin 100mg is not a vesicant (irritant) but should be handled with care.
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Is Biobin 100mg ototoxic?
No. Ototoxicity is not reported with use of Biobin 100mg. However, please consult your doctor if you experience such a side effect.
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How does Biobin 100mg prevent DNA replication?
Biobin 100mg prevents deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) replication by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA.
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Does Biobin 100mg cause hair loss?
Yes. Biobin 100mg may cause hair loss.
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Is Biobin 100mg cytotoxic?
Yes. Biobin 100mg is a cytotoxic drug.
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Biobin 100mg Injection Reviews

Biobin 100mg is used to treat some kinds of cancers of blood. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Biobin 100mg is given as an injection into the vein or under skin by the healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, skin ulcer, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections or bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice chills, unusual bleeding or bruising and black and tarry stools. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have bleeding, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

How Biobin 100mg Injection Works

Biobin 100mg interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

How to Use Biobin 100mg Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Biobin 100mg Injection

  • 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. Biobin 100mg 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.

Uses of Biobin 100mg Injection

  • Blood cancer

Biobin 100mg Injection Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Driving  UNSAFE
Biobin 100mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Biobin 100mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Biobin 100mg is recommended.However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biobin 100mg. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Biobin 100mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.Because of the limited information, a cautious use of Biobin 100mg is recommended in patients with liver disease.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biobin 100mg 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. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  UNSAFE
Biobin 100mg is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Quick Tips

  • Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
  • Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.

References

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