OXYUREA 100mg capsules ( Hydroxyurea) X30

Oxyurea 100mg capsules contain hydroxyurea, an antimetabolite medicine that works by slowing cancer cell production in the body. It is used to treat chronic myeloid leukemia, polycythemia vera, ovarian cancer, certain types of skin cancer (squamous cell cancer of the head and neck), and sickle cell anemia.

Uses

Under strict medical supervision, Oxyurea 100mg capsules are taken to help:

• Reduce the risk of blood clots for those with polycythemia vera
• Extend periods of remission in leukemia patients
• Decrease the frequency of pain crises and hospitalizations for sickle cell anemia
• Manage uncontrollable cell growth unable to be removed by surgery

Benefits
Potential benefits of hydroxyurea treatment include:

• Targets rapidly multiplying cancerous cells over healthy cells1
• Offers an alternative therapy for cancers unresponsive to other medication1
• Convenient oral administration versus intravenous chemotherapy
• This may allow some patients to successfully avoid complete spleen removal

Usages
The Oxyurea prescribed dosage is highly individualized per patient condition and response levels. Carefully follow medical instructions for strict adherence. Routine checkups and blood work are vital during therapy.

Side Effects

Like all medications, Hydroxyurea can cause side effects. Common side effects may include loss of appetite, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, low blood cell counts, bleeding, or mouth sores¹. Serious side effects may include numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands or feet; skin numbness or purple discoloration; skin ulcers or open sores; sudden chest pain, wheezing, dry cough, feeling short of breath; low blood cell counts–fever, chills, tiredness, mouth sores, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, pale skin, cold hands and feet, feeling light-headed; or signs of liver or pancreas problems¹. If you experience any of these side effects, seek medical help immediately.