Cytogan Injection

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Cytogan Injection Information

Cytogan Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cytomegalovirus Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cytogan Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Cytogan Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cytogan Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cytogan Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Cytogan Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cytogan Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Anemia, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Cytogan Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Cytogan Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Cytogan Injection Benefits & Uses

Cytogan Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cytogan 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
Geriatric
  • Disease: Cytomegalovirus Infection (CMV)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Cytomegalovirus Infection (CMV)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Cytomegalovirus Infection (CMV)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Cytomegalovirus Infection (CMV)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Cytomegalovirus Infection (CMV)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 6 months
  • Special Instructions: Above 3 months old can take 5 mg/kg twice daily for 3 weeks
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Cytomegalovirus Infection (CMV)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 6 months
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cytogan Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cytogan Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Cytogan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Cytogan Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Cytogan may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Cytogan Injection on the Kidneys?


    Cytogan may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Cytogan Injection on the Liver?


    Using Cytogan does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cytogan Injection on the Heart?


    You can take Cytogan without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Cytogan Injection Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Cytogan Injection

  • Is this Cytogan Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Cytogan Injection.

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


    After taking Cytogan Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cytogan Injection can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Cytogan Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Cytogan Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Cytogan Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cytogan Injection


    Cytogan Injection may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cytogan Injection


    Information about the interaction of Cytogan Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ganciclovir

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1400

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 801



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