Information about Cytarabine
Generic Name : CytarabineUp-to-date prescription details regarding Cytarabine are provided here.
Pronunciation : sye tare' a been
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Cytarabine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Trade Names/Brand Names of Cytarabine
India :
Cytarine |
Remcyta (500mg) |
Arasid |
Remcyta (100mg) |
Oncotar (1g/10mL) |
Cytrosar |
Oncotar (100mg/mL) |
Cytabin (100mg) |
Biobin |
Cytrosar
International :
Cytosar-U, DepoCyt
Why is Cytarabine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a chemotherapy agent, prescribed for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This medication slows the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.When should Cytarabine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Cytarabine?
IV/SC- The recommended dose is 100 mg/m2/day (days 1 to 7) or 100 mg/m2 IV every 12 hours (days 1 to 7).How should Cytarabine be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Cytarabine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver and kidney dysfunction, severe infections, preexisting drug-induced bone marrow suppression, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breast-feeding.• It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• It may decrease platelet counts, which leads to severe bleeding; avoid injury or bruising.
• Monitor complete blood cell counts, liver and kidney functions regularly while taking this medication.
• Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages and citrus fruit juices.
What are the side effects of Cytarabine?
Most Common - Bone marrow suppression, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mouth ulcer, fever and rash.Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, seizures, drowsiness, depression, anxiety, coma, incoordination, speech disorder and vision loss.
Respiratory - Lung swelling and cough.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain, neck pain and muscle stiffness.
Genitourinary - Increased urinary retention.
Eye - Blurred vision.
Skin - Increased sweating.
