Adcyclo Tablet

Short Description

Adcyclo Tablet is used in the treatment of different kinds of cancers and nephrotic syndrome in children. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by the doctor.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Adcyclo Tablet should be taken with food preferably in morning but at the same time every day to get the most benefit. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

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. Adcyclo Tablet is to be taken with food.

Adcyclo Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It is an alkylating agent which works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells thereby stopping their growth and multiplication. This is how it works against cancer.

Drink plenty of fluids or urinate frequently to prevent urinary problems while taking this medication. Take it with food if you experience irritation of the stomach preferably in the morning. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to monitor your blood counts while on treatment with this medication. You are more likely to get sick or heal slower while taking this medication. Talk to your doctor before getting any vaccines. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience difficulty in urinating or blood in urine while on treatment with this medication. Do not take Adcyclo Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.