Cytrosar 1000 Injection Information

Cytrosar 1000 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Cytrosar 1000 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Cytrosar 1000 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cytrosar 1000 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cytrosar 1000 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Cytrosar 1000 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Cytrosar 1000 Injection related warnings talks about Cytrosar 1000 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Cytrosar 1000 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cytrosar 1000 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cytrosar 1000 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cytrosar 1000 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Cytrosar 1000 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

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytrosar 1000 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Cytrosar shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Cytrosar 1000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cytrosar. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Cytrosar 1000 Injection on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Cytrosar on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cytrosar 1000 Injection on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cytrosar. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cytrosar 1000 Injection on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cytrosar 1000 Injection with Other Drugs

Cytrosar 1000 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

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytrosar 1000 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Liver Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hyperkalemia
Moebius Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Cytrosar 1000 Injection

Is this Cytrosar 1000 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Cytrosar 1000 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Cytrosar 1000 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cytrosar 1000 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cytrosar 1000 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Cytrosar 1000 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytrosar 1000 Injection

Taking Cytrosar 1000 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytrosar 1000 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cytrosar 1000 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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