CapsuleAcalataz 100 Capsule
In Treatment of Blood cancer Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Acalataz 100 Capsule kills or stops the growth and prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It i…
About this Medicine
Acalataz 100 Capsule is used in the treatment of blood cancer. It is given to patients aged more than 18 years who have received at least one prior treatment for their cancer. It is unknown if this drug is safe and effective in children. Acalataz 100 Capsule is taken orally, preferably with food or between meals. It should be used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take this medicine at a fixed time and for as long as the doctor prescribes to avoid missing a dose. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits.The most common side effects of Acalataz 100 Capsule include anemia, neutropenia, upper respiratory tract infection, thrombocytopenia, headache, diarrhea, and musculoskeletal pain. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know as they might suggest ways of reducing or preventing these side effects.Inform your doctor if you have a medical history of bleeding disorders, heart or liver disease, radiation treatment, or any infection. The risk of bleeding may increase if the patient is taking a blood thinner medicine along with Acalataz 100 Capsule. Many other medicines can affect or be affected by this medicine, so let your doctor know of all the medications you are using. Inform the doctor immediately if unusual bruising or bleeding or dark, tarry, or bloody stools and sore throat are noticed.This medicine is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood, thereby increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check the blood cell count along with the kidneys, liver, and heart functions during the treatment with this medicine. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during the treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
How it Works
Acalataz 100 Capsule works by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that promotes the multiplication of cancer cells. This helps stop the spread of cancer cells.
Key Facts
Chemical Class :: Phenylimidazoles|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI NEOPLASTICS|Action Class :: Tyrosine kinase inhibitors
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