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Hydrea 500 Capsule
Hydrea 500 Capsule is prescribed for the treatment of sickle cell anemia and head and neck cancer.
Hydrea 500 Capsule Composition :-
Hydrea 500 Capsule consists of : Hydroxyurea 500 mg.
Hydroxyurea is a antimetabolites.
Hydrea 500 Capsule Uses :-
Hydrea 500 Capsule is an anti-cancer medicine. Hydrea 500 capsule is used alone or in combination with other cancer drugs or radiotherapy in the treatment of various chronic myeloid leukemias and cancers of the head, neck and cervix. Hydrea 500 capsule is used to reduce painful crisis and the need for blood transfusions in adults with sickle cell anemia and in children 2 years of age and older.
Hydrea 500 Capsule is used for the treatment of :
• Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) :
Hydrea 500 Capsule is used in the treatment of Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML). Chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML) is a type of cancer that affects the blood cells and bone marrow.
• Head & Neck Cancer :
Hydrea 500 Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer affecting the head and neck.
• Cervical Cancer :
Hydrea 500 Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer affecting the cervix.
• Sickle Cell Anemia :
Hydrea 500 Capsule is used to reduce the pain crises in sickle cell anemia, sickle cell anemia is a genetic disease affecting the blood cells.
Hydrea 500 Capsule Dosage :-
Hydrea 500 Capsule is a prescription medicine.
Take Hydrea 500 Capsule properly as your doctor tells you to take it.
Do take Hydrea 500 Capsule one time a day.
Do take Hydrea 500 Capsule with food or without food.
Don't cut, crush, or chew the Hydrea 500 Capsule.
Dose of Hydrea 500 Capsule depends on several factors such as your weight, general health or other health problems, and the type of cancer or condition being treated. Accordingly your doctor will determine your dosage and schedule.
Hydrea 500 Capsule Side-effects :-
Common side effects of Hydrea 500 Capsule:
• Nausea,
• Low blood counts,
• Gastrointestinal symptoms,
• Anorexia,
These are not all the possible side effects of Hydrea 500 Capsule. Consult your doctor and if you have any new or worsening side effects.
Precautions & Warnings :-
• Not recommended in patients with known allergy to the constituent hydroxyurea of Hydrea 500 capsule or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
• Hydrea 500 capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of birth defects.
• Hydrea 500 capsule is not recommended for use in patients having bone marrow suppression due to an increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant women, unless absolutely necessary. All risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before starting the treatment with Hydrea 500 Capsule.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using Hydrea 500 Capsule. Depending on your clinical condition, your doctor may recommend discontinuing the drug or discontinuing breastfeeding.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule causes bone marrow suppression which decreases the white blood cell count (neutrophils) and platelets. The blood cell count should be closely monitored.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule can cause secondary cancers especially leukemia and skin cancer. Signs and symptoms should be closely monitored.
• Exposure to sunlight or tanning beds should be avoided during treatment with Hydrea 500 Capsule. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) if you go out in the sun.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule can cause blood vessel toxicity such as vasculitic ulceration and gangrene, especially in patients receiving interferon therapy.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule is not recommended for use in combination with antiretroviral agents for the HIV disease.
• Pregnancy should be avoided during treatment with Hydrea 500 Capsule and by using birth control methods for 6-12 months following treatment.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule may cause dizziness in some patients. Therefore it is advised not to drive or operate machinery in case you experience dizziness during treatment with Hydrea 500 Capsule.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule interacts with other medicine such as :
- Live attenuated vaccines and related products,
- Etanercept
- Didanosine
- Ddalimumab
- Clozapine etc.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to an increased risk of serious adverse effects.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients having seizures as it may increase the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
• Hydrea 500 Capsule should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to an increased risk of adverse effects.
• Hydrea 500 capsule should be used with caution in patients with brain disorders due to an increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Hydrea 500 Capsule Mfg By :-
Sarabhai Chemicals Ltd
Hydrea 500 Capsule Price :-
MRP ₹ =
Hydrea 500 Capsule Storage :-
Hydrea 500 Capsule : store below 30°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Hydroxyurea,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of sickle cell anemia and head and neck cancer.