Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's is used in the treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome, chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia, and acute myeloid leukaemia. The detailed uses of Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's are as follows:<ul><li>Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS): Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's helps improve blood counts and reduce the need for transfusions.</li><li>Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML): Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's is used especially in patients who are in remission but cannot undergo intensive chemotherapy.</li><li>Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML): Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's is used to treat MDS and myeloproliferative disorders.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's belongs to the group of medicines called anti-metabolites used to treat myelodysplastic syndromes, chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia, and acute myeloid leukaemia. Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's contains Azacitidine, a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor which works by preventing cancer cells from growing. It incorporates into the genetic material of the cells and interferes with the production of new DNA and RNA. This helps correct problems with the maturation and growth of young blood cells in the bone marrow, which causes myelodysplastic disorders.

FAQs

What is the use of Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's?

Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's is used to treat Myelodysplastic syndrome, chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia, and acute myeloid leukaemia.

How does Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's work?

Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's works by preventing cancer cells from growing. Thereby, it helps treat cancer.

Is it safe to father a child during treatment with Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's?

Men should avoid fathering a child whilst on treatment with Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's. Consult the doctor if you wish to conserve your sperm before starting the treatment. Use effective contraception during the treatment with Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's and for three months after stopping the treatment.

Does Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's cause differentiation syndrome?

Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's may cause a serious immune reaction known as differentiation syndrome. Consult the doctor immediately if you experience fever, rash, difficulty breathing, cough, decreased urine, rapid weight gain, low blood pressure, or swelling of the legs or arms.

Is Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's a vesicant?

No, Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's is not a vesicant. It is a cytotoxic chemotherapy drug used to treat certain types of blood cancer, such as myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS). It is not known to cause severe tissue damage if it leaks from the injection site.

Does Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's cause hair loss?

No, Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's does not cause hair loss.

Is Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's chemotherapy?

Yes, Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's is a type of chemotherapy. It is used to treat certain types of blood cancers, such as myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and some forms of leukaemia.

Is Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's a cytotoxic drug?

Yes, Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's is a cytotoxic drug. It works by interfering with the growth of cancer cells, which helps to slow down or stop their multiplication.

What are the side effects of Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's?

The common side effects of Hemazide 100 mg Injection 1's are nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, weakness, headache, and injection site reactions. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.