Cladribine Information
Cladribine is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Cladribine have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Cladribine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cladribine Benefits & Uses
Cladribine is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Cladribine 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 |
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Cladribine Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cladribine is used -
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- पेट दर्द
- पेट की गैस
- Itching or burning
- Rash
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Unknown
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Cladribine Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cladribine safe for pregnant women?
Cladribine 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 Cladribine safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Cladribine for breastfeeding women are not known.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Cladribine on the Kidneys?
Cladribine can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Cladribine on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Cladribine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Cladribine only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Cladribine on the Heart?
Side effects of Cladribine rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Cladribine with Other Drugs
Cladribine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cladribine Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cladribine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Infections
- Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Cladribine
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Is this Cladribine habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cladribine.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cladribine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cladribine only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cladribine is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Cladribine Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cladribine
There is no information on the effects of taking Cladribine with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cladribine
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cladribine.
Unknown
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