Vidaza 100mg Injection (Azacitidine)
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Celgene
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1
Salt Composition
Azacitidine
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Keep in cold place
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Overview
Vidaza 100mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of Blood cancer and all subtypes of Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). The active ingredient of the Vidaza is Azacitidine which belongs to the drug class of Antimetabolites.
It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells, which stops their growth and multiplication. Azacitidine Injection is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Indication
Head and neck cancer, kidney cancer, lung cancer, liver cancer, skin cancer
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Azacitidine 100mg Injection (Vidaza). Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Common Side Effects
- Some of the common side effects of Vidaza Injection are mentioned below:
- ● Chills
- ● Fever
- ● Diarrhea
- ● Joint pain
- ● Headache
- ● Constipation
- ● Stomach Pain
- ● Nausea & Vomiting
- ● Bruising & Bleeding
- ● Low level of Potassium in the blood
- ● Pain and reaction at the injection site
- ● Decreased blood level (WBC, RBC, & Platelets)
Serious Side Effects
- ● Pneumonia
- ● Severe skin inflammation
- ● Frequent and painful urination
How To Use
Vidaza 100mg Injection (Azacitidine) is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.
Reference
● Götze, K. S., Müller-Thomas, C., & Peschel, C. (2009). The role of azacitidine in the management of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). Cancer Management and Research, 119-130.
● Khan, C., Pathe, N., Fazal, S., Lister, J., & Rossetti, J. M. (2012). Azacitidine in the management of patients with myelodysplastic syndromes. Therapeutic advances in hematology, 3(6), 355-373.
● Silverman, L. R., Demakos, E. P., Peterson, B. L., Kornblith, A. B., Holland, J. C., Odchimar-Reissig, R., ... & Holland, J. F. (2002). Randomized controlled trial of azacitidine in patients with the myelodysplastic syndrome: a study of the cancer and leukemia group B. Journal of Clinical oncology, 20(10), 2429-2440.
● Khan, C., Pathe, N., Fazal, S., Lister, J., & Rossetti, J. M. (2012). Azacitidine in the management of patients with myelodysplastic syndromes. Therapeutic advances in hematology, 3(6), 355-373.
● Kaminskas, E., Farrell, A., Abraham, S., Baird, A., Hsieh, L. S., Lee, S. L., ... & Pazdur, R. (2005). Approval summary: azacitidine for treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome subtypes. Clinical cancer research, 11(10), 3604-3608.
● Issa, J. P. J., Kantarjian, H. M., & Kirkpatrick, P. (2005). Azacitidine. Nature Reviews Drug Discovery, 4(4), 275-276.
Safety Advice
- ● Alcohol: The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Azacitidine 100mg Injection (Vidaza). It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
- ● Pregnancy: Vidaza 100mg Injection (Azacitidine) may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
- ● Breastfeeding: Azacitidine 100mg Injection (Vidaza) is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
- ● Driving: It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Vidaza 100mg Injection (Azacitidine).
- ● Kidney: Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Azacitidine 100mg Injection (Vidaza).
- ● Liver: Inform your doctor before starting Vidaza 100mg Injection (Azacitidine) if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects
FAQs
Does Vidaza Injection cause blisters?
No, Vidaza is not a vesicant and does not cause any irritation or blisters on contact.
Is Vidaza 100mg Injection (Azacitidine) toxic?
Yes, Vidaza 100mg injection is a cytotoxic drug. So, consult your doctor before taking this injection.
What are the dosage and usage of Azacitidine 100mg Injection (Vidaza)?
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of taking this injection. It is strictly advised to follow the doctor's prescription. You need an expert nurse to inject into your veins. Do not self-administer it.
What type of drug is Azacitidine 100mg Injection (Vidaza)?
Azacitidine Injection is a chemotherapy drug that treats multiple cancers, including Blood cancer and Myelodysplastic syndrome.
Why is it important to use contraceptive pills while on treatment of Vidaza 100mg Injection (Azacitidine)?
Vidaza 100mg injection can pass through semen, so it is considered unsafe to be pregnant during treatment. It is advised to use reliable methods of birth control and contraceptive pills to avoid pregnancy while under treatment.
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