Cancyt 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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cancyt is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cancyt safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cancyt. If you are pregnant, do not take Cancyt without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cancyt safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Cancyt may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cancyt should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Cancyt on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Cancyt on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cancyt on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cancyt. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cancyt on the Heart?
Using Cancyt does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cancyt should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cancyt unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cancyt habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cancyt is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cancyt as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Cancyt is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cancyt is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cancyt
It is safe to take Cancyt with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cancyt
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cancyt with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 381-383
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Depocyt® (cytarabine)