Xalibo Information

Xalibo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndrome.

The optimal dosage of Xalibo is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Xalibo are Pneumonitis. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Xalibo as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Xalibo are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

Some other conditions that can be affected by Xalibo are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Xalibo have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Xalibo is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Xalibo Benefits & Uses

Xalibo is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Xalibo 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: Myelodysplastic Syndrome Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Given as a continuous intravenous infusion over 1 hour

Xalibo Related Warnings

Is the use of Xalibo safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Xalibo safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Xalibo on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Xalibo will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Xalibo on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Xalibo. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Xalibo on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Xalibo. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Xalibo on the Heart?

Xalibo is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Xalibo with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Celecoxib

Clozapine

Diclofenac

Moderate

Warfarin

Azathioprine

Apixaban

Xalibo Contraindications

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

Anemia
Fungal Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Xalibo

Is this Xalibo habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Xalibo is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Xalibo as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Xalibo should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Xalibo is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Xalibo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Xalibo

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Xalibo together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Xalibo

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xalibo with alcohol will be.

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; Dacogen® (decitabine)

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