Azafab 100mg Injection
Manufacturer
Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
Salt Composition
Azacitidine (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Azafab 100mg Injection is used in the treatment of some kinds of blood cancer, including Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), and may be used to treat other conditions as determined by the doctor.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Azafab 100mg Injection is given as an injection under the medical supervision of a doctor. 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.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), vomiting, weakness, and nausea.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azafab 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Azafab 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Azafab 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.
How it works
Azafab 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.
Quick Tips
Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
Frequently asked questions
Is Azafab 100mg Injection a vesicant?
Azafab 100mg Injection is not a vesicant and is not known to cause severe local tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Azafab 100mg Injection into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected.
Does Azafab 100mg Injection cause hair loss?
No, Azafab 100mg Injection is not known to cause hair loss.
Is Azafab 100mg Injection chemotherapy?
Yes. Azafab 100mg Injection is chemotherapy and a cytotoxic drug used in the treatment of various cancers. It is toxic to cancer cells and interferes with the cell's DNA synthesis, thus slowing down or stopping its growth and multiplication (cytotoxic effect).
Is Azafab 100mg Injection a cytotoxic drug?
Yes. Azafab 100mg Injection is a cytotoxic drug.
