Zavedos Information

Zavedos is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Blood Cancer.

The right dosage of Zavedos depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zavedos as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zavedos 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.

In addition, Zavedos's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Zavedos's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zavedos related warnings section.

Zavedos can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zavedos in conditions like Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Liver Disease.

Drug interactions for Zavedos have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

Zavedos Benefits & Uses
Zavedos Dosage & How to Take
Zavedos Side Effects
Zavedos Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zavedos with Other Drugs
Zavedos Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zavedos
Zavedos Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zavedos Benefits & Uses

Zavedos is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Zavedos 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: 20 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: 12 mg/m2, given in combination with cytarabine
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: 12 mg/m2, given in combination with cytarabine

Zavedos Related Warnings

Is the use of Zavedos safe for pregnant women?

Zavedos has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zavedos without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Zavedos safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zavedos. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Zavedos on the Kidneys?

Zavedos rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zavedos on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Zavedos on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zavedos on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Zavedos on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zavedos with Other Drugs

Zavedos should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moxifloxacin

Efavirenz

Citalopram

Cisapride

Clozapine

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Moderate

Atorvastatin

Ciprofloxacin

Zavedos Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Zavedos

Is this Zavedos habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zavedos has not been reported.

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

After taking Zavedos you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zavedos should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Zavedos is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zavedos Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zavedos

Taking Zavedos with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zavedos

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zavedos.

Unknown