Cytodrox 500mg Capsule

Product Description

Cytodrox 500mg Capsule contains Hydroxyurea, a medicine mainly used to treat certain cancers and blood disorders.

It dangerous during pregnancy and lactation, therefore use adequate contraception during treatment. Before taking it, let your doctor know about any bleeding, liver or kidney problems, or existing drugs.

Brand Name: Cytodrox

Composition: Hydroxyurea

Mechanism of Action:

The enzyme ribonucleotide reductase, which is necessary for DNA synthesis, is inhibited by hydroxyurea. Cells that divide quickly, such cancer cells and some bone marrow cells, are affected by this inhibition, which causes cell cycle arrest, especially in the S phase.

Uses:

• Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
• Polycythemia Vera
• Essential Thrombocythemia
• Sickle Cell Anemia
• Head and Neck Cancer

Dosage and Administration:

Surface area or body weight are used to determine dosages. The administration route is oral.

Side Effects:

• Anemia
• Leukopenia
• Thrombocytopenia
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Hepatotoxicity
• Pulmonary toxicity
• Skin ulceration
• Fever
• Fatigue