Cytarine 500 Injection Information

Cytarine 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Blood Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cytarine 500 Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cytarine 500 Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cytarine 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cytarine 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Cytarine 500 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cytarine 500 Injection related warnings talks about Cytarine 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Cytarine 500 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cytarine 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cytarine 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cytarine 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Cytarine 500 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 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytarine 500 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 500 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 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Using Cytarine does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cytarine 500 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 500 Injection on the Heart?

Cytarine is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Cytarine 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytarine 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Liver Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hyperkalemia
Moebius Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Cytarine 500 Injection

Is this Cytarine 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cytarine 500 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 500 Injection as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cytarine 500 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 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cytarine 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytarine 500 Injection

Taking Cytarine 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytarine 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cytarine 500 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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