Home/Products/Xpreza Injection/

Xpreza Injection 1 Injection in 1 vial

Last Updated:

Xpreza Injection is a product of Natco Pharma Ltd

Composition: Azacitidine (100mg)

Pack of 1 injection

4283.17

*Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

*MRP inclusive of all taxes
Related Products

All Details About Xpreza Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Xpreza Injection

Description:

Xpreza Injection is used in the treatment of some kinds of blood cancer. It is used for the treatment of adult patients with all subtypes of Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.

Xpreza Injection is given as an injection under the medical supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), vomiting, weakness, and nausea. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You must inform your doctor before taking any vaccination while on treatment with this medicine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the heart, liver, and kidney.

Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if you have 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.

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Xpreza

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Bruise
  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Xpreza Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Xpreza 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.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Xpreza Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Xpreza Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Xpreza Injection can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Xpreza Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Xpreza Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Xpreza Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Xpreza Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Xpreza Injection is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.

FAQs:

Q. Is Xpreza Injection a vesicant?

Xpreza Injection is not a vesicant and is not known to cause severe local tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Xpreza Injection into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected

Q. Does Xpreza Injection cause hair loss?

No, Xpreza Injection is not known to cause hair los

Q. Is Xpreza Injection chemotherapy?

Affirmative. Xpreza Injection is chemotherapy and a cytotoxic drug used in the treatment of various cancers. It is toxic to cancer cells and interferes with the cell's DNA synthesis, thus slowing down or stopping its growth and multiplication (cytotoxic effect)

Q. Is Xpreza Injection a cytotoxic drug?

Affirmative. Xpreza Injection is a cytotoxic drug.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.



Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H


Disclaimer:

Getomeds primary intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is reviewed by experts, accurate, and trustworthy. The information and contents of this website are for informational purposes only. They are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of your doctor and discuss all of your concerns about any disease or medication. Do not disregard or postpone seeking professional medical advice because of something you read on Getomeds. Our mission is to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.