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P Carzine 50mg Capsule
Salt Composition: PROCARBAZINE
- Manufacturer: ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD
- Pack Size: 10 CAPSULE(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: CAPSULE
- Strength: 50MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Store P Carzine 50mg Capsule in the original package at room temperature (25°C). Keep it out of reach from children and pets.
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Product Introduction
P Carzine 50mg Capsule contains the active ingredient Procarbazine, an alkylating agent. It is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and brain tumours. Hodgkin's disease and non-Hodgkin's disease are types of blood cancers.
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, skin rash, slurred speech, loss of appetite, oedema, and headache. Inform your healthcare provider if these side effects concern you or persist longer than usual.
Inform your doctor if you have a gluten allergy before starting treatment. This medicine can cause fertility issues; discuss any fertility concerns with your doctor before beginning treatment.
Inform your doctor before receiving any vaccinations during treatment with this drug. Before taking this capsule, discuss all medications you have been taking with your physician, including supplements and herbal medicines.
Talk to your physician if you have severe bone marrow depression or any kidney disorders.
Avoid consuming wine, yogurt, mature cheese, bananas, and high tyramine-content foods such as smoked or pickled meat and fermented sausage while being treated with this medicine.
This drug is not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy. Consult with your doctor for more advice.
Uses
Brain tumour Hodgkinâs and non-Hodgkinâs lymphoma
How it works
P Carzine 50mg Capsule works by damaging the DNA and RNA of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication and thus results in cell toxicity and the death of cancer cells.
How to Use
It is an orally available prescription drug. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the P Carzine 50mg Capsule based on the disease condition and other factors. Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Take the capsule with or without food. Do not break, chew, or crush the capsule. Swallow the whole capsule with water.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Skin rash Unusual bleeding or bruising Jaundice and liver problems Breathlessness or burning chest pain Common Nausea, vomiting Headache Skin rash Blurred speech Loss of appetite Edema
Expert Tips
P Carzine 50mg Capsule can affect your blood cell counts, so your doctor may need to monitor your blood levels regularly while you're taking this medication. Very close clinical monitoring is mandatory in pediatric disease conditions. This medicine can cause fertility issues, inform your doctor about any fertility concerns you may have before starting treatment with this medicine.
References
- Alliance Pharmaceuticals Limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Dec 2013] [Accessed on 28th Feb 2023] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3732.pdf
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- Leadiant Biosciences, Inc., [Revised on 9th Aug 2017] [Accessed on 28th Feb 2023] , https://pdf.hres.ca/dpd_pm/00040636.PDF
- Katzung, The Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 15th edition, 2011, 956.
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Anticancer drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 861.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe P Carzine 50mg Capsule is unsafe for pregnant women as it may harm the unborn baby.
Lungs: unsafe P Carzine 50mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with lung issues as it may cause inflammation in lung tissue with symptoms including shortness of breath, cough, and a burning sensation in the chest.
Breastfeeding: unsafe P Carzine 50mg Capsule is not recommended in breastfeeding women as it may pass into the breast milk.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.