Arasid 500 Injection Information

Arasid 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Other than this, Arasid 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Arasid 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Arasid 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Arasid 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arasid 500 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Arasid 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Arasid 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Arasid 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Arasid 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Arasid Benefits & Uses
Arasid Dosage & How to Take
Arasid Side Effects
Arasid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Arasid with Other Drugs
Arasid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Arasid
Arasid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Arasid 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Arasid 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Arasid 500 Injection 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

Arasid 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Arasid 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Arasid 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 Arasid 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Arasid may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Arasid should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Arasid 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Arasid on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Arasid 500 Injection on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Arasid. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Arasid 500 Injection on the Heart?

You can take Arasid without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Arasid 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Arasid 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Clozapine

Celecoxib

Diclofenac

Moderate

Warfarin

Carbamazepine

Arasid 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arasid 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Liver Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hyperkalemia
Moebius Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Arasid 500 Injection

Is this Arasid 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Arasid 500 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Arasid 500 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Arasid 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Arasid 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Arasid 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arasid 500 Injection

It is safe to take Arasid 500 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Arasid 500 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Arasid 500 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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