SIDE EFFECTS OF AZADINE 100MG INJECTION

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

• Low RBC count causing anemia, tiredness and pale skin
• Increased infections, lung infections (pneumonia), fever and chills
• Increased bleeding tendency due to low blood platelet counts
• Nausea, vomiting
• Diarrhea, constipation, loss of appetite, stomach pain
• Tiredness, weakness
• Injection site reactions (such as pain, redness and swelling or lump formation)
• Joint pain, muscle pain, skin rashes with redness and itching
• Sore nose and throat, cold sores, sinnusitis
• Headache, dizziness
• Trouble sleeping (insomnia)
• Nosebleeds, bleeding gums
• Weight loss
• Urinary tract infections
• Ulcers of mouth or tongue
• High or low blood pressure
• Anxiety, confusion
• Hair loss, dehydration
• Oral fungal infection
• Sleepiness
• Fluid around the lungs or heart

DOSAGE OF AZADINE 100MG INJECTION

• The dose of Azacitidine is determined by the patient's height, weight, and general condition. It is given under the skin of your thigh, stomach, or upper arm.
• Minimum of 4 to 6 cycles; may continue treatment if the patient continues to benefit.
• Since Azadine 100 mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified health care professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
• Since Azadine 100 mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Ques 1: What is the use of AZADINE 100MG INJECTION?

Ans :AZADINE 100MG INJECTION is used in adults to treat all sub-types of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS; group of cancers associated with blood and bone marrow) and certain types of blood cancers known as Chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML).

Ques 2: How does AZADINE 100MG INJECTION works?

Ans :AZADINE 100MG INJECTION is an anticancer medication. It works by blocking the actions of certain enzymes (DNA/RNA methyltransferase) within the cancer cells that is required for the cells to grow and multiply. It also reduces the production of new genetic material (RNA and DNA) within the cells. As a result, it prevents abnormal cell division within the body, slows down the growth of cancer cells and helps the bone marrow to produce normal blood cells.

Ques 3: Can I take AZADINE 100MG INJECTION during breastfeeding?

Ans :No. AZADINE 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Therefore, inform your doctor before receiving it.

Ques 4: Can AZADINE 100MG INJECTION increase the risk of infections?

Ans :AZADINE 100MG INJECTION may cause a drop in the number of white blood cells in the body and may weaken your immune system. As a result, you may be at a greater risk of getting infected while receiving AZADINE 100MG INJECTION. To avoid this, your doctor will regular monitor your blood counts as a precaution. However, inform your doctor if you experience any signs of infection such as fever.

Ques 5: Can the use of AZADINE 100MG INJECTION make me feel tired?

Ans :Yes. AZADINE 100MG INJECTION may make you feel tired easily. This is because, it reduces the levels of red blood cells in your blood and may make you anemic. Consult your doctor if you experience tiredness after receiving AZADINE 100MG INJECTION. Tiredness can also occur if you have any pre-existing disease conditions such as liver or kidney impairment while receiving this medicine.

Ques 6: Can I drive a car after receiving AZADINE 100MG INJECTION?

Ans :AZADINE 100MG INJECTION may make you feel tired or weak. Therefore, do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by AZADINE 100MG INJECTION.

Ques 7: How AZADINE 100MG INJECTION is administered?

Ans :AZADINE 100MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse beneath the skin (subcutaneously) of thighs, arms or abdomen.

Ques 8: How to control nausea caused due to AZADINE 100MG INJECTION?

Ans :Generally, anticancer medicines are associated with uncontrollable nausea and vomiting. To avoid this, your doctor would prescribe a suitable medicine to control them along with AZADINE 100MG INJECTION. If not, consult your doctor for a suitable anti-emetic medicine. Do not self-treat nausea.