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Azacytin 300 mg Tablet

Brand Name:   Azacytin
Molecule:   Azacitidine
Strength:   300 mg
Quantity:   14 Tablets
Form:   Tablet
Packaging Type:   Bottle
Country of Origin:   India

Description

Azacytin 300 mg Tablet contains Azacitidine, an antineoplastic medicine used in the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and certain types of blood cancers. It helps improve bone marrow function and slows abnormal cell growth under specialist supervision.

Benefits

  • Helps improve red, white, and platelet blood cell counts

  • Reduces need for blood transfusions

  • Slows abnormal cell growth in bone marrow

  • Improves quality of life in MDS patients

  • Oral form offers convenience for long-term therapy

Indications and Usage

Azacytin 300 mg Tablet is indicated for:

  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)

  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML)

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) (certain cases)

  • Patients with abnormal or immature blood cell production

  • Reducing transfusion dependency

How it Works

Azacitidine works by inhibiting abnormal DNA methylation in bone marrow cells. This helps restore normal cell growth and function, reducing the proliferation of cancerous or immature blood cells.

Dosage & Administration

  • Dose is determined individually by the oncologist

  • Taken orally with water; follow exact schedule provided

  • Do not crush or chew tablets

  • Avoid missed doses—consistency is important

  • Regular monitoring of blood counts and organ function required

Use only under specialist supervision.

Side Effects

Common side effects:

  • Nausea, vomiting

  • Fatigue or weakness

  • Diarrhea or constipation

  • Injection-site irritation (if injectable form is used)

  • Low blood counts (anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia)

Serious side effects (seek urgent care):

  • Severe infection or fever

  • Unusual bleeding or bruising

  • Breathing difficulty

  • Kidney or liver dysfunction

  • Severe allergic reactions

Warning and Precaution

  • Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding

  • Increased risk of infections due to low immunity

  • Monitor kidney, liver, and blood counts frequently

  • Avoid contact with sick individuals

  • Report fever, bleeding, or severe fatigue immediately

  • Inform doctor if taking other chemotherapy or immunosuppressive drugs

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