Celdaz 100mg Injection
Manufacturer
Celon Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Dacarbazine (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Celdaz 100mg Injection is used in the treatment of cancers of lymphatic system and malignant melanoma (a type of skin cancer).
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Celdaz 100mg Injection is given as an injection into a vein by the healthcare professional. 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. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and decreased white blood cell count, and injection site pain. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Celdaz 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.
Quick Tips
Celdaz 100mg Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Frequently asked questions
How is Celdaz 100mg Injection administered?
Celdaz 100mg Injection can be administered as an infusion or injection. Oral absorption is slow and varies, so intravenous (IV) infusion or direct injection administration is preferred for optimal delivery.
Is Celdaz 100mg Injection a vesicant?
Celdaz 100mg Injection is a potent vesicant, meaning it is corrosive and can cause tissue damage if extravasation (leakage into surrounding tissues) occurs. It must be administered with extreme caution to minimize this risk.
What is Celdaz 100mg Injection used for?
Celdaz 100mg Injection is used to treat skin cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic melanoma), and certain types of advanced adult soft tissue sarcomas, which are cancers of soft tissues such as muscles, tendons, fat, and blood vessels.
How effective is Celdaz 100mg Injection?
Celdaz 100mg Injection is an effective treatment when taken at the recommended dosage and duration prescribed by your doctor. Its efficacy depends on proper dosing, compliance with instructions, and appropriate patient selection.
Does Celdaz 100mg Injection cause hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Celdaz 100mg Injection.
