Cytalon 500 Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Celon Laboratories Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Cytarabine (500mg) |
| 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 | 629 |
FAQ
Is Cytalon 500 a vesicant?
No. Cytalon 500 is not a vesicant (irritant) but should be handled with care.
Is Cytalon 500 ototoxic?
No. Ototoxicity is not reported with use of Cytalon 500. However, please consult your doctor if you experience such a side effect.
Is Cytalon 500 cytotoxic?
Yes. Cytalon 500 is a cytotoxic drug.
Does Cytalon 500 cause hair loss?
Yes. Cytalon 500 may cause hair loss.
How does Cytalon 500 prevent DNA replication?
Cytalon 500 prevents deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) replication by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA.
Cytalon 500 Injection Reviews
Cytalon 500 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.
Cytalon 500 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.
Cytalon 500 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 Cytalon 500 Injection Works
Cytalon 500 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 Cytalon 500 Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Cytalon 500 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. Cytalon 500 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 Cytalon 500 Injection
- Blood cancer
Cytalon 500 Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cytalon 500 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.Because of the limited information, a cautious use of Cytalon 500 is recommended in patients with liver disease.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cytalon 500 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cytalon 500 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
Cytalon 500 is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cytalon 500. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cytalon 500 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cytalon 500 is recommended.However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
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.
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