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Citafine 1 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. The alternative uses of Citafine 1 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Citafine 1 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Citafine 1 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Citafine 1 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Citafine 1 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Severe while nursing. In addition, Citafine 1 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Citafine 1 Injection related warnings section.
Citafine 1 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Infections are examples of such conditions. The section on Citafine 1 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Citafine 1 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Citafine 1 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Citafine 1 Injection 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Citafine 1 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Citafine 1 Injection safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Citafine will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Citafine 1 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Citafine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Citafine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Citafine 1 Injection on the Kidneys?
Citafine rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citafine 1 Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Citafine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Citafine only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Citafine 1 Injection on the Heart?
Citafine is rarely harmful for the heart.
Citafine 1 Injection 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 Citafine 1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citafine 1 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Citafine 1 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Citafine 1 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Citafine 1 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Citafine 1 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Citafine 1 Injection
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Citafine 1 Injection together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citafine 1 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Citafine 1 Injection with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gemzar® (Gemcitabine HCl)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 612-614
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