Cysmide 50mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It is an alkylating agent which works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells, thereby stopping their growth and multiplication. This is how it works against cancer.
Yes, Cysmide can cause infertility in both men and women. It may interfere with the normal menstrual cycle in women and may stop sperm production in men. If you are considering becoming parents after the treatment please discuss this with your doctor. Talk to your doctor about cryopreservation (freezing) of sperm or eggs prior to treatment because of the possibility of irreversible infertility due to therapy with Cysmide.
Yes, Cysmide can be used to treat nephrotic syndrome (a disease that is caused by damage to the kidneys) in children whose disease has not improved, has gotten worse, or has come back after taking other medications. Along with that, it can be used in children who experienced intolerable side effects with other medications. However, in adults, the safety and effectiveness of Cysmide for nephrotic syndrome has not been established.
No, there is no evidence that you need to avoid sun exposure while on Cysmide. Skin and nail discoloration are reported rarely with Cysmide.
Yes, Cysmide may cause weight loss because of reduced appetite. This reduction in weight could be due to underlying cancer. Consult your doctor, if weight loss is worrying you.
Yes, Cysmide is a chemotherapy medicine, it belongs to the class of alkylating agents. It works by killing cancer cells. It is also known as cytotoxic medicine.
Cancer medicines and radiation therapy can increase the risk of developing other cancers. These may not develop soon and may take a number of years after the completion of your treatment. The risk of developing cancer with Cysmide is high in the urinary bladder. Other rare cancers that may occur with use of Cysmide include Acute leukemia, Myelodysplastic syndrome, and cancer of the ureters.
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Create ABHAIt is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cysmide 50mg Tablet.
Cysmide 50mg Tablet 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.
Cysmide 50mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Cysmide 50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Cysmide 50mg Tablet may cause undesirable effects (e.g., dizziness, blurred vision, visual impairment) which could affect the ability to drive.
Cysmide 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cysmide 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Cysmide 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cysmide 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.