Cytrosar 1000 Injection Information

Cytrosar 1000 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Blood Cancer. Cytrosar 1000 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Cytrosar 1000 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cytrosar 1000 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cytrosar 1000 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Cytrosar 1000 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Cytrosar 1000 Injection related warnings talks about Cytrosar 1000 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Cytrosar 1000 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cytrosar 1000 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 Cytrosar 1000 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cytrosar 1000 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Cytrosar 1000 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

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytrosar 1000 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cytrosar. If you are pregnant, do not take Cytrosar without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Cytrosar 1000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Cytrosar 1000 Injection on the Kidneys?

Using Cytrosar does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cytrosar 1000 Injection on the Liver?

Cytrosar may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cytrosar 1000 Injection on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cytrosar for the heart.

Safe

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytrosar 1000 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Abdominal Pain
Anemia
Liver Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hyperkalemia
Moebius Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Cytrosar 1000 Injection

Is this Cytrosar 1000 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cytrosar 1000 Injection.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cytrosar 1000 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cytrosar 1000 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Cytrosar 1000 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cytrosar 1000 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytrosar 1000 Injection

You can take Cytrosar 1000 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytrosar 1000 Injection

Information about the interaction of Cytrosar 1000 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

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