Azakem 100mg Injection
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Product introduction
Azakem 100mg Injection is used in the treatment of some kinds of blood cancer. It is used for the treatment of adult patients with all subtypes of Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
Azakem 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), vomiting, weakness, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You must inform your doctor before taking any vaccination while on treatment with this medicine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the heart, liver, and kidney.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Azakem 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), vomiting, weakness, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You must inform your doctor before taking any vaccination while on treatment with this medicine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the heart, liver, and kidney.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Uses of Azakem Injection
Benefits of Azakem Injection
In Blood cancer
Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Azakem 100mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
In Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome
Azakem 100mg Injection is used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome, a group of conditions in which the bone marrow produces blood cells that are abnormal in structure and function, and does not produce enough healthy blood cells. Azakem 100mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective, yet very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Side effects of Azakem Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Azakem
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Nausea
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Bruise
- Fever
- Chills
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
How to use Azakem Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Azakem Injection works
Azakem 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Azakem 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Azakem 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.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Azakem 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Azakem 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Azakem 100mg Injection can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.
Azakem 100mg Injection can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Azakem 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Azakem 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Azakem 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Azakem 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Azakem 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.
Use of Azakem 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.
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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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrimidine Nucleoside Analogue
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Antimetabolites
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Is Azakem 100mg Injection a vesicant?
Azakem 100mg Injection is not a vesicant and is not known to cause severe local tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Azakem 100mg Injection into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected
Q. Does Azakem 100mg Injection cause hair loss?
No, Azakem 100mg Injection is not known to cause hair los
Q. Is Azakem 100mg Injection chemotherapy?
Yes. Azakem 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)
Q. Is Azakem 100mg Injection a cytotoxic drug?
Yes. Azakem 100mg Injection is a cytotoxic drug.
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Marketer details
Name: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Country of origin: India
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