Hydroxyurea Capsules IP
Hydrox Capsule
Hydrox Capsule is prescribed for the treatment of sickle cell anemia and head and neck cancer.
Hydrox Capsule Composition :-
Hydrox Capsule consists of : Hydroxyurea 500 mg.
Hydroxyurea is a antimetabolites.
Hydrox Capsule Uses :-
Hydrox Capsule is an anti-cancer medicine. Hydrox 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. Hydrox 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.
Hydrox Capsule is used for the treatment of :
• Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) :
Hydrox 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 :
Hydrox Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer affecting the head and neck.
• Cervical Cancer :
Hydrox Capsule is used in the treatment of cancer affecting the cervix.
• Sickle Cell Anemia :
Hydrox Capsule is used to reduce the pain crises in sickle cell anemia, sickle cell anemia is a genetic disease affecting the blood cells.
Hydrox Capsule Dosage :-
Hydrox Capsule is a prescription medicine.
Take Hydrox Capsule properly as your doctor tells you to take it.
Do take Hydrox Capsule one time a day.
Do take Hydrox Capsule with food or without food.
Don't cut, crush, or chew the Hydrox Capsule.
Dose of Hydrox 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.
Hydrox Capsule Side-effects :-
Common side effects of Hydrox Capsule:
• Nausea,
• Low blood counts,
• Gastrointestinal symptoms,
• Anorexia,
These are not all the possible side effects of Hydrox 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 Hydrox capsule or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
• Hydrox capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of birth defects.
• Hydrox capsule is not recommended for use in patients having bone marrow suppression due to an increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
• Hydrox 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 Hydrox Capsule.
• Hydrox Capsule is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using Hydrox Capsule. Depending on your clinical condition, your doctor may recommend discontinuing the drug or discontinuing breastfeeding.
• Hydrox Capsule causes bone marrow suppression which decreases the white blood cell count (neutrophils) and platelets. The blood cell count should be closely monitored.
• Hydrox 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 Hydrox Capsule. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) if you go out in the sun.
• Hydrox Capsule can cause blood vessel toxicity such as vasculitic ulceration and gangrene, especially in patients receiving interferon therapy.
• Hydrox Capsule is not recommended for use in combination with antiretroviral agents for the HIV disease.
• Pregnancy should be avoided during treatment with Hydrox Capsule and by using birth control methods for 6-12 months following treatment.
• Hydrox 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 Hydrox Capsule.
• Hydrox Capsule interacts with other medicine such as :
- Live attenuated vaccines and related products,
- Etanercept
- Didanosine
- Ddalimumab
- Clozapine etc.
• Hydrox Capsule should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to an increased risk of serious adverse effects.
• Hydrox Capsule should be used with caution in patients having seizures as it may increase the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
• Hydrox Capsule should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to an increased risk of adverse effects.
• Hydrox capsule should be used with caution in patients with brain disorders due to an increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Hydrox Capsule Mfg By :-
Winsome Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Hydrox Capsule Price :-
MRP ₹ =
Hydrox Capsule Storage :-
Hydrox Capsule : store below 30°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Hydroxyurea,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of sickle cell anemia and head and neck cancer.