OXYUREA 250mg 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, and sickle cell anemia.
Uses
Under strict medical supervision, OXYUREA 250mg capsules are taken to help:
- Extend periods of remission in leukemia patients
- Reduce the risk of blood clots for those with polycythemia vera
- 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 cells
- Offers an alternative therapy for cancers unresponsive to other medication
- Convenient oral administration versus intravenous chemotherapy
- This may allow some patients to successfully avoid complete spleen removal
Usages
The Medicine 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, Oxyurea 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.
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