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Dacsted, containing Dacarbazine, is a chemotherapy agent used in the treatment of various cancers, including malignant melanoma and Hodgkin's lymphoma. It is classified as an alkylating agent that interferes with the growth of cancer cells by damaging their DNA.
Uses
Dacarbazine is metabolized in the liver to its active form, which functions as an alkylating agent. It attaches to the DNA strands in cancer cells, causing breaks and disrupting replication, ultimately leading to cell death.
Dacsted is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dacsted is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dacsted safe for pregnant women?
Dacsted should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dacsted safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Dacsted. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Dacsted on the Kidneys?
Dacsted may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dacsted on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Dacsted on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Dacsted on the Heart?
Dacsted may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Dacsted should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dacsted unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dacsted habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dacsted has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Dacsted as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dacsted is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dacsted in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dacsted
It is safe to take Dacsted with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dacsted
Information about the interaction of Dacsted and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 388-389
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 861
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Dbl™ dacarbazine (dacarbazine)
