USES OF AZACTIV INJECTION

• Blood cancer
• Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome

BENEFITS OF AZACTIV INJECTION

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. Azactiv 100mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and 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.

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SIDE EFFECTS OF AZACTIV INJECTION

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 Azactiv

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Nausea
• Decreased potassium level in blood
• Bruise
• Fever
• Chills
• Diarrhea
• Constipation

HOW TO USE AZACTIV INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW AZACTIV INJECTION WORKS

Azactiv 100mg Injection is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells in leukaemia. This kills the cancer cells and helps in normal maturation and growth of young blood cells in the bone marrow.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azactiv 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Azactiv 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Azactiv 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Azactiv 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Azactiv 100mg Injection can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Azactiv 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azactiv 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Azactiv 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azactiv 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Use of Azactiv 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.