Cytalon 100 Injection Information

Cytalon 100 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Cytalon 100 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cytalon 100 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cytalon 100 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cytalon 100 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cytalon 100 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cytalon 100 Injection related warnings talks about Cytalon 100 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cytalon 100 Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Cytalon 100 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cytalon 100 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cytalon Benefits & Uses
Cytalon Dosage & How to Take
Cytalon Side Effects
Cytalon Related Warnings
Cytalon Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cytalon
Cytalon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cytalon 100 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cytalon 100 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Cytalon 100 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

Cytalon 100 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytalon 100 Injection 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.

Severe
Is the use of Cytalon 100 Injection 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.

Severe
What is the effect of Cytalon 100 Injection on the Kidneys?

Cytalon is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cytalon 100 Injection 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cytalon 100 Injection on the Heart?

Cytalon is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Cytalon 100 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytalon 100 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Liver Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hyperkalemia
Moebius Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Cytalon 100 Injection

Is this Cytalon 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Cytalon 100 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cytalon 100 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cytalon 100 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Cytalon 100 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Cytalon 100 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytalon 100 Injection

You can take Cytalon 100 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytalon 100 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cytalon 100 Injection.

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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Cytalon 100 Injection