Celdaz 500 Injection Information

Celdaz 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Metastatic Melanoma. The alternative uses of Celdaz 500 Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Celdaz 500 Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Celdaz 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Celdaz 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Celdaz 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Celdaz 500 Injection related warnings talks about Celdaz 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Celdaz 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Celdaz 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Celdaz 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Celdaz Benefits & Uses
Celdaz Dosage & How to Take
Celdaz Side Effects
Celdaz Related Warnings
Celdaz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Celdaz
Celdaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Celdaz 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Celdaz 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Metastatic Melanoma

Other Benefits

Celdaz 500 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Skin Cancer (Melanoma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Cancer (Melanoma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks

Celdaz 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Celdaz 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Celdaz shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Celdaz 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Celdaz. Immediately discontinue Celdaz if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Celdaz 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Celdaz may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Celdaz 500 Injection on the Liver?

Celdaz is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Celdaz 500 Injection on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Celdaz on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Celdaz 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Celdaz 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Celdaz 500 Injection

Is this Celdaz 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Celdaz 500 Injection does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Celdaz 500 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Celdaz 500 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Celdaz 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Celdaz 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Celdaz 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Celdaz 500 Injection

Taking Celdaz 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Celdaz 500 Injection

Information about the interaction of Celdaz 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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