Cybin PF 1000mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Vhb Life Sciences Inc |
| Active Ingredient | Cytarabine (1000mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Pyrimidine Nucleoside Analog |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Antimetabolites |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 718 |
FAQ
Is Cybin PF 1000mg a vesicant?
No. Cybin PF 1000mg is not a vesicant (irritant) but should be handled with care.
Is Cybin PF 1000mg ototoxic?
No. Ototoxicity is not reported with use of Cybin PF 1000mg. However, please consult your doctor if you experience such a side effect.
Is Cybin PF 1000mg cytotoxic?
Yes. Cybin PF 1000mg is a cytotoxic drug.
Does Cybin PF 1000mg cause hair loss?
Yes. Cybin PF 1000mg may cause hair loss.
How does Cybin PF 1000mg prevent DNA replication?
Cybin PF 1000mg prevents deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) replication by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA.
Cybin PF 1000mg Injection Reviews
Cybin PF 1000mg 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.
Cybin PF 1000mg 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.
Cybin PF 1000mg 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 Cybin PF 1000mg Injection Works
Cybin PF 1000mg 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 Cybin PF 1000mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Cybin PF 1000mg 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. Cybin PF 1000mg 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 Cybin PF 1000mg Injection
- Blood cancer
Cybin PF 1000mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cybin PF 1000mg 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.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cybin PF 1000mg is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cybin PF 1000mg 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 Cybin PF 1000mg. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cybin PF 1000mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.Because of the limited information, a cautious use of Cybin PF 1000mg is recommended in patients with liver disease.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cybin PF 1000mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Cybin PF 1000mg 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
- Drugs.com. Cytarabine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings.
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- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
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- Chu E, Sartorelli AC. Cancer Chemotherapy. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 947.