USES OF AZATEND TABLET
- Blood cancer
- Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome
BENEFITS OF AZATEND TABLET
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. Azatend O 200mg Tablet 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 AZATEND TABLET
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 Azatend
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Bruise
- Fever
- Chills
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
HOW TO USE AZATEND TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Azatend O 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW AZATEND TABLET WORKS
Azatend O 200mg Tablet 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 Azatend O 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Azatend O 200mg Tablet 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
Azatend O 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Azatend O 200mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Azatend O 200mg Tablet can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Azatend O 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azatend O 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Azatend O 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azatend O 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Azatend O 200mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.
