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| Brand | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Prescription required | Yes |
Decintas 50mg Injection
Decitabine (50mg)
Description
Decintas 50mg injection contains the active substance decitabine. It is an antineoplastic drug that belongs to the class of medications called DNA methylation inhibitors. It is used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome (a group of conditions in which the bone marrow produces blood cells that are misshapen and do not produce enough healthy blood cells). It is also used to treat a type of cancer called acute myeloid leukemia (AML). It works by stopping the cancer cells from growing.Benefits
In Myelodysplastic syndrome Decintas 50mg Injection is used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome, a group of conditions in which the bone marrow produces blood cells that are abnormal in structure and function, and does not produce enough healthy blood cells. Decintas 50 Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective, yet very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. In Blood cancer Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Decintas 50 Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but you should discuss the side effects and benefits of this medicine with your doctor. Let your doctor know if any of the side effects bothers you.How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Specification
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Decintas Nausea Vomiting Headache Fever Lung infection Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils) Nosebleeds Anemia (low number of red blood cells) Low blood plateletsDiese Angaben dienen nur als Referenz. Lassen Sie sich vor der Anwendung eines Medikaments von medizinischem Fachpersonal beraten.