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Overview
Vidaza 100mg injection is an anticancer medication for the treatment of myelodysplastic cancer which is a kind of blood cancer. The generic name of this medication is Azacitidine. It is a nucleoside analog that showcases antineoplastic properties. It is a strictly prescription-based medication that should only be injected by a doctor or an experienced nurse.
Blood Cancer
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Vidaza is analogous to the cytosine base and it works by inhibiting the function of enzyme DNA methyltransferase. It as a result prevents the synthesis of DNA. In addition, it incorporates the DNA and RNA and stops the production of proteins. It also causes cell death of the abnormal bone marrow cells.
Most side effects of Vidaza 100mg injectiondo not require medical attention as they may disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. In case these side effects become worse, consult your doctor immediately.
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Heartburn
Diarrhea
Anxiety
Muscle cramps
Weight loss
Sores on the mouth
Fatigue
Trouble in sleeping
Hemorrhoids
Dry skin
Chest pain
Rashes and hives
Shortness of breath
Nosebleeds and gum bleeding
Irregular heartbeat
Injection site reaction
Vidaza 100mg injection is based on a prescription therefore, it is advisable to follow the advice given by the doctor. This injection is given subcutaneously in cycles. It is not self-administrable and should be injected by a doctor or an experienced nurse.
Alcohol
unsafe
It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Vidaza 100mg injection without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Without a doctor's consultation, do not take this medicine if you're breastfeeding.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of the medicine.
Kidney
caution
Do not take Vidaza 100mg injection without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
caution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking this medicine.
It is advisable to avoid missing any doses. In case you miss a dose of Vidaza consult your doctor immediately.
Vidaza is an anticancer injection that is primarily used in the treatment of blood cancer.
Vidaza injection is given subcutaneously by a doctor or an experienced nurse.
The doctor decides the course of the medication depending on the stage of cancer, and the health of the patient.
It is advisable to avoid pregnancy during the treatment since Vidaza 100mg can cause harm to the fetus.
It is advisable to avoid driving and operating heavy machinery as Vidaza causes dizziness as one of the side effects.
