Celdaz 200 Injection Information

Celdaz 200 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Metastatic Melanoma. Celdaz 200 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Celdaz 200 Injection. 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.

Some other side effects of Celdaz 200 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Celdaz 200 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Celdaz 200 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Celdaz 200 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Celdaz 200 Injection related warnings section.

The section on Celdaz 200 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Celdaz 200 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Celdaz 200 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Celdaz 200 Injection Benefits & Uses

Celdaz 200 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Celdaz 200 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: Skin Cancer (Melanoma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Cancer (Melanoma) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Hodgkin Lymphoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Repeat every 4 Weeks

Celdaz 200 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Celdaz 200 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Celdaz 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 Celdaz 200 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Celdaz. Immediately discontinue Celdaz if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Celdaz 200 Injection on the Kidneys?

Celdaz may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Celdaz 200 Injection on the Liver?

Celdaz is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Celdaz 200 Injection on the Heart?

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

Mild

Celdaz 200 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Celdaz 200 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Celdaz 200 Injection

Is this Celdaz 200 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Celdaz 200 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Celdaz 200 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Celdaz 200 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Celdaz 200 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Celdaz 200 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Celdaz 200 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Celdaz 200 Injection

Taking Celdaz 200 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Celdaz 200 Injection

Information about the interaction of Celdaz 200 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

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