
Azishil 100mg Injection
Salt Composition: Azacitidine
Expiry Date: 01/2028
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1 Injection
About The Product
Bone Marrow Cancer, Blood Cancer, Multiple Myeloma
Azishil 100mg Injection belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with Blood cancer and Myelodysplastic syndrome. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in the early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Azishil Injection is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Description
Azishil 100mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of Blood cancer and Myelodysplastic syndrome. The active ingredient of the Azishil is Azacitidine which belongs to the drug class of Antimetabolites.
It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Azishil Injection works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor.
In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor.
This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine.
Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine.
So do not stop taking this injection until your doctor says to do so.
Side Effects
- The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Azishil 100mg Injection.
- Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine.
- These side effects don't need special medical attention.
- It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
- Some of the common side effects of Azishil Injection are mentioned below: Chills Fever Diarrhea Joint pain Headache Constipation Stomach Pain Nausea & Vomiting Bruising & Bleeding Low level of Potassium in the blood Pain and reaction at the injection site Decreased blood level (WBC, RBC, & Platelets)
- Severe Side Effects: Pneumonia Severe skin inflammation Frequent and painful urination
How To Use
- Azishil 100mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug.
- It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert.
- This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor.
- Please do not self-administer.
How It Works
Azishil 100mg Injection is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of Antimetabolites. The process of transcriptional repression of various genes, which is due to hypermethylation of DNA is main cause of tumor formation.
Transcriptional repression controls the activity of the DNA replication. This drug bind to the DNA and RNA and disrupts their activity of multiplying cancer cells.
This is how it slows down and stops the growth of the cancer and prevents their spreading.
Safety Advice
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Azishil 100mg Injection.
- In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
- Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one.
- Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Azishil Injection.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), and Heart function at proper intervals after taking Azishil 100mg Injection.
Swelling of hands & lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Azishil Injection. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Azishil. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Azishil, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Azishil 100mg Injection. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
FAQs
No, Azishil is not a vesicant and does not cause any irritation or blisters on contact.
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