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Cytalon is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. The alternative uses of Cytalon have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cytalon. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines 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 Cytalon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cytalon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cytalon is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cytalon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cytalon related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cytalon contraindications section.
Besides this, Cytalon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cytalon is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cytalon is used to treat the following -
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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Is the use of Cytalon safe for pregnant women?
Cytalon 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 Cytalon safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cytalon may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cytalon should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cytalon on the Kidneys?
Cytalon is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cytalon on the Liver?
Cytalon 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.
What is the effect of Cytalon on the Heart?
Cytalon is not harmful for the heart.
Cytalon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytalon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cytalon habit forming or addictive?
Cytalon does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cytalon. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cytalon only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cytalon for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cytalon
You can take Cytalon with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytalon
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cytalon.
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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)
