Cytarine 100 Injection Information

Cytarine 100 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Cytarine 100 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Cytarine 100 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cytarine 100 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Cytarine 100 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Cytarine 100 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Cytarine 100 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cytarine 100 Injection related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cytarine 100 Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Cytarine 100 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cytarine 100 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Cytarine 100 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cytarine 100 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Cytarine 100 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: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cytarine 100 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytarine 100 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Cytarine 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 Cytarine 100 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Cytarine may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Cytarine should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Cytarine 100 Injection on the Kidneys?

Using Cytarine does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cytarine 100 Injection on the Liver?

Cytarine can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cytarine 100 Injection on the Heart?

Cytarine is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Cytarine 100 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytarine 100 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Liver Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hyperkalemia
Moebius Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Cytarine 100 Injection

Is this Cytarine 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cytarine 100 Injection has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cytarine 100 Injection as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cytarine 100 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Cytarine 100 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cytarine 100 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytarine 100 Injection

Taking Cytarine 100 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytarine 100 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cytarine 100 Injection with alcohol.

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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