Prescription Required

Zavedos 5mg Injection

by Pfizer Ltd
Idarubicin (5mg)

₹7449

Zavedos 5mg Injection

Introduction to Zavedos 5mg Injection

It is a medication classified as an anthracycline antineoplastic. It is used in the treatment of certain types of cancers, particularly leukemia.

It works by interfering with the growth and spread of cancer cells, ultimately preventing their multiplication.

Use it in dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Safety Advice for Zavedos 5mg Injection

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Limit alcohol intake; consult your doctor for personalized advice.

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Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning; discuss potential risks and benefits.

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Avoid during breastfeeding; consult your doctor for alternative options.

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Be cautious, as weakness or dizziness may occur.

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Inform your doctor if you have kidney issues.

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Regular monitoring may be necessary if you have liver problems.

How Zavedos 5mg Injection works

Zavedos 5mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. It also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause DNA damage. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

How To Use Zavedos 5mg Injection

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

Benefits Of Zavedos 5mg Injection

  • It inhibits the growth of cancer cells

Side Effects Of Zavedos 5mg Injection

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Infection
  • Hair loss
  • Fever
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Bleeding
  • Myelosuppression
  • Seizure

FAQ's on Zavedos 5mg Injection

Is Zavedos a vesicant?

Zavedos can cause inflammation of the vein in which it is administered and irritation and ulceration of surrounding tissue, if leakage occurs at the site of intravenous administration

What is Zavedos used for?

Zavedos is used in the treatment of acute myeloid leukaemia (a type of cancer of the white blood cells) in combination with other medications and breast cancer in advance stage after failure with other medications

How does Zavedos work?

Zavedos acts by inhibiting the growth of cancer cells.

Prescription Required

Zavedos 5mg Injection

by Pfizer Ltd
Idarubicin (5mg)

₹7449

Zavedos 5mg Injection

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