IntroductionWhat is it prescribed for?
- Myelodysplastic syndromeThis medicine is used for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), a group of conditions where the bone marrow is not able to produce healthy blood cells. It is used in case of previously treated and newly diagnosed MDS, secondary MDS of various subtypes, as well as MDS of unknown origin.
- Acute Myeloid LeukemiaThis medicine is also used for the treatment of adult patients (age >= 65) with acute myeloid leukemia (AML). It may be used in case of a previously treated or a newly diagnosed AML. It is generally used in patients who are not candidates for standard induction chemotherapy.
Warning & PrecautionsPregnancy & Breast Feeding
- Deczuba 50mg Injection 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.
- Deczuba 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving & Using Machines
- Deczuba 50mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel tired or weak after using Deczuba 50mg Injection this could affect your ability to drive.
InteractionsInteraction with Alcohol
- Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption. - Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
- Imatinib Mesylate
- Vitamin E
- Leflunomide
- Live attenuated vaccines and related products
- Infliximab
- Adalimumab
- Clozapine
- BendamustineThis is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Side EffectsLike all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them
Common
- essive tiredness and weakness
- Pale and clammy skin
- Headache and dizziness
- Mental confusion
- Fast/irregular heart beat
- Difficulty in falling or staying asleep
- Shortness of breath
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- ?Stomach pain
- Heartburn and indigestion
- Painful sores in mouth, or on tongue or lips
- Pinpoint red spots on skin
- Change in skin color
- Hair loss
- Joint or muscle pain
- Chest discomfort
- Swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
- Pain,swelling, and itching at the injection site
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Skin rash, hives, or itching
- Difficulty in swallowing
- Sore throat and fever
- Increased thirst
- Increased urination frequency
- Blurred vision
- Excessive hunger
FAQsQ. Is Deczuba a vesicant?
Deczuba is not a vesicant and is not known to cause severe local tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Deczuba into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected
Q. How effective is Deczuba?
The effectiveness of Deczuba depends upon several factors including the patient"s clinical condition, number of treatment cycles etc. and may vary depending upon the individual response
Q. Does Deczuba cause hair loss?
Yes. Hair loss (alopecia) is among the known side effects of Deczuba
Q. How is Deczuba administered?
Deczuba comes as a powder to be to be added to fluid and injected slowly over 3 hours into a vein (slow i.v infusion) by a doctor who is experienced in giving chemotherapy medications for cancer in a hospital or a clinic.
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