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Citabol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Other than this, Citabol has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Citabol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Citabol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Citabol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Citabol's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Citabol related warnings talks about Citabol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Citabol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Citabol in conditions like Heart Disease, Infections. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Citabol contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Citabol have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Citabol, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Citabol is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Citabol safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Citabol will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Citabol safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Citabol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Citabol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Citabol on the Kidneys?
Citabol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Citabol on the Liver?
Citabol 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.
What is the effect of Citabol on the Heart?
Citabol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Citabol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Citabol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Citabol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Citabol.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Citabol since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Citabol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Citabol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Citabol
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Citabol and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Citabol
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Citabol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gemzar® (Gemcitabine HCl)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 612-614