Dacarba 200mg Injection
Manufacturer
Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Dacarbazine (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dacarba 200mg Injection is used in the treatment of cancers of lymphatic system and malignant melanoma (a type of skin cancer).
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Dacarba 200mg Injection is given as an injection into a vein by the healthcare professional. It is better if injected at the same time every day. 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
nausea vomiting decreased white blood cell count injection site pain
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dacarba 200mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Dacarba 200mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Dacarba 200mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Dacarba 200mg 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
Dacarba 200mg Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Frequently asked questions
How is Dacarba 200mg Injection administered?
Dacarba 200mg Injection is administered intravenously (through a vein) as either an infusion or injection. Oral administration is slow and can result in varying absorption rates, so intravenous infusion or injection administration is preferred.
Is Dacarba 200mg Injection a vesicant?
Dacarba 200mg Injection is a potent vesicant (corrosive) and should be administered carefully to prevent extravasation, which means leakage into the tissues. Extravasation can cause significant tissue damage.
What is Dacarba 200mg Injection used for?
Dacarba 200mg Injection is used to treat skin cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic melanoma), cancer of the white blood cell (Hodgkin's lymphoma) and advanced adult soft tissue sarcomas (cancer of soft tissues such as muscles, tendons, fat, and blood vessels).
How effective is Dacarba 200mg Injection?
Dacarba 200mg Injection is effective when taken at the recommended dosage and duration, as prescribed by your doctor.
Does Dacarba 200mg Injection cause hair loss?
Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Dacarba 200mg Injection.
