Cytarabine Injection

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Cytarabine Information

Cytarabine is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Cytarabine have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Cytarabine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



Cytarabine Benefits & Uses

Cytarabine is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cytarabine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Blood Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Blood Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Cytarabine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cytarabine is used -

Severe

  • Infection

Moderate

Mild

Cytarabine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cytarabine safe for pregnant women?


    Cytarabine can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Cytarabine safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Cytarabine. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Cytarabine on the Kidneys?


    Cytarabine does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cytarabine on the Liver?


    Cytarabine can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Cytarabine on the Heart?


    Cytarabine is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Cytarabine with Other Drugs

Cytarabine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Cytarabine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytarabine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cytarabine

  • Is this Cytarabine habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Cytarabine is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Cytarabine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cytarabine can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Cytarabine only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Cytarabine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Cytarabine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cytarabine


    Taking Cytarabine with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cytarabine


    Information about the interaction of Cytarabine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 381-383

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 864-865

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depocyt® (cytarabine)



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