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Azatend O is a medication used primarily in the management of blood disorders such as myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). It contains Azacitidine, a chemotherapy agent that works by interfering with the growth of abnormal cells in the bone marrow, allowing normal blood cell production. Azacitidine belongs to a class of drugs called antimetabolites. It incorporates into the DNA and RNA of abnormal cells, inhibiting their replication and promoting the restoration of normal bone marrow function.
Azatend O is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azatend O is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Azatend O safe for pregnant women?
Azatend O should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Azatend O safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Azatend O. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Azatend O on the Kidneys?
Azatend O has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Azatend O on the Liver?
Side effects of Azatend O rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Azatend O on the Heart?
Azatend O may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Azatend O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azatend O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azatend O habit forming or addictive?
Azatend O is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Azatend O you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Azatend O only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azatend O is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azatend O
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Azatend O, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azatend O
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azatend O with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vidaza (azacitidine)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Celazadine® (azacitidine)