Fludocyte Information

Fludocyte is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Fludocyte have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fludocyte. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Fludocyte have been listed ahead. These side effects of Fludocyte are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Fludocyte has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fludocyte related warnings talks about Fludocyte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Fludocyte is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Anemia, Herpes, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fludocyte is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Fludocyte Benefits & Uses

Fludocyte is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Fludocyte 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: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once daily for 5 days every 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: once daily for 5 days every 28 days

Fludocyte Related Warnings

Is the use of Fludocyte safe for pregnant women?

Fludocyte 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 Fludocyte safe during breastfeeding?

Fludocyte should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Fludocyte on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Fludocyte. 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 Fludocyte on the Liver?

Fludocyte has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fludocyte on the Heart?

Fludocyte is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fludocyte with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Naproxen,Esomeprazole

Fludocyte Contraindications

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

Anemia
Herpes
Kidney Disease
Hyperkalemia
Calcium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Fludocyte

Is this Fludocyte habit forming or addictive?

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

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fludocyte as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fludocyte should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Fludocyte is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Fludocyte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fludocyte

Taking Fludocyte with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fludocyte

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

Unknown