Hydroxyurea
Information about Hydroxyurea
Hydroxyurea Uses
Hydroxyurea is used in the treatment of head and neck cancer and sickle cell anemia.
How Hydroxyurea works
In cancer, Hydroxyurea works by blocking an enzyme (ribonucleotide reductase) which is required for synthesis of DNA. This prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying. In sickle cell disease, it works by increasing fetal haemoglobin (HbF) levels in red blood cells (RBCs). This helps the RBCs assume a normal shape, improves blood flow and protects against complications such as painful sickle cell episodes.
Common side effects of Hydroxyurea
Skin cancer, Azoospermia (absence of sperms), Decreased appetite, Fever, Oligospermia (low sperm count), Bone marrow suppression, Hallucination, Convulsion, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Pulmonary fibrosis, Pulmonary edema, Pancreatic inflammation, Liver toxicity, Cutaneous vasculitis, Increased uric acid level in blood
Available Medicine for Hydroxyurea
MyelostatZydus Cadila
₹1271 variant(s)
CytodroxCipla Ltd
₹1271 variant(s)
UnidreaUnited Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹1241 variant(s)
HydabFresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd
₹1271 variant(s)
HydrogemNeon Laboratories Ltd
₹791 variant(s)
Hydrox LArtel Laboratories
₹721 variant(s)
ReadroxMiracalus Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹851 variant(s)
CandroxEnrico Pharmaceuticals
₹1241 variant(s)
UreacosChemo Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹1431 variant(s)
Expert advice for Hydroxyurea
- Take it at the same time every day, either with or without food.
- It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of fluids while taking Hydroxyurea.
- Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.