Prescription Required

Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

by Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Gemcitabine (1gm)

₹5169

Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

Introduction to Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

Citafine 1mg Injection is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, urinary bladder cancer, and ovarian cancer.

Citafine 1mg Injection interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

Citafine 1mg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. 

Safety Advice for Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Citafine 1gm Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

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Citafine 1gm Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

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Citafine 1gm Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

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Citafine 1gm Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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There is limited information available on the use of Citafine 1gm Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Kidney function tests are advised before taking this medicine and regular monitoring is also recommended after the treatment.

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There is limited information available on the use of Citafine 1gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

How Citafine 1gm Injection 1s works

Citafine 1gm Injection interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

How To Use Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits Of Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

  • It helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines.
  • It help to treat breast cancer. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast

Side Effects Of Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Blood in urine
  • Protein in urine

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FAQ's on Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

Is Citafine a vesicant/ anthracycline/ prodrug?

Citafine is not a vesicant/ anthracycline/ prodrug

Does Citafine work in pancreatic cancer?

Yes, Citafine is used to treat pancreatic cancer.

Is Citafine a cytotoxic or chemotherapy agent?

Yes, Citafine is a cytotoxic chemotherapy agent

Does Citafine cause hair loss or abdominal pain?

Yes, Citafine has hair loss and abdominal pain as side effects. Please consult your doctor immediately if you experience such side effects

Prescription Required

Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

by Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Gemcitabine (1gm)

₹5169

Citafine 1gm Injection 1s

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