DECITABINE - INJECTION
PHONETIC PRONUNCIATION: (dee-SYE-ta-been)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Dacogen
GENERIC NAME(S): decitabine
Uses
USES: This medication is used to treat a group of blood/bone marrow disorders (myelodysplastic syndromes-MDS) in which the bone marrow does not produce enough healthy blood cells. People with MDS may have problems such as infections, anemia, and easy bleeding/bruising. Decitabine is a chemotherapy drug. It is believed to work by helping your bone marrow grow normal blood cells so you will need fewer blood transfusions. Decitabine also kills abnormal blood cells that have grown too fast and do not work properly.
How to use DECITABINE - INJECTION
HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a vein by a health care professional in a hospital or infusion clinic. The dosage is based on your medical condition, body size, lab test results, and response to treatment. Keep all medical/lab appointments. This medication can be injected once a day for 5 days in a row or injected every 8 hours for 3 days in a row, as directed by your doctor. Your treatment cycle will be repeated every 4 weeks if you are on a 5-day course, or every 6 weeks if you are on a 3-day course, and depending on your response to the medication and blood tests. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day during your treatment cycle. Tell your doctor if your condition gets worse.
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IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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