Cycloglob 50mg Tablet
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of different kinds of cancers. It is also used to treat kidney disease known as nephrotic syndrome in children after other treatments have not worked. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet
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About This Medicine
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Cycloglob 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of different kinds of cancers. It is also used to treat kidney disease known as nephrotic syndrome in children after other treatments have not worked. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of different kinds of cancers. It is also used to treat kidney disease known as nephrotic syndrome in children after other treatments have not worked. It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet should be taken with food preferably in morning but at the same time every day to get the most benefit. 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 vomiting, nausea, hair loss, fever, and blood in urine. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these. It is advised that you drink extra fluids so that you pass more urine. This will help prevent bladder and kidney problems and keep your kidneys working well.
Before 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. It may harm your baby. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
03Uses
Cancer
Nephrotic syndrome
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cycloglob 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It is an alkylating agent which works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells, thereby stopping their growth and multiplication. This is how it works against cancer.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
A:
07Side Effects
Hair loss
Nausea
Infection
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes)
Myelosuppression
Cystitis
Microhematuria
08Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cycloglob 50mg Tablet.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet 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
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Cycloglob 50mg Tablet may cause undesirable effects (e.g., dizziness, blurred vision, visual impairment) which could affect the ability to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cycloglob 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cycloglob 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
09Drug Tips
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet helps in the treatment of cancer.
Drink plenty of fluids or urinate frequently to prevent urinary problems while taking this medication.
Take it with food if you experience irritation of the stomach, preferably in the morning.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests to monitor your blood counts while on treatment with this medication.
You are more likely to get sick or heal slower while taking this medication. Talk to your doctor before getting any vaccines.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience difficulty in urinating or blood in urine while on treatment with this medication.
Do not take Cycloglob 50mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Cycloglob 50mg Tablet helps in the treatment of cancer.
Drink plenty of fluids or urinate frequently to prevent urinary problems while taking this medication.
Take it with food if you experience irritation of the stomach, preferably in the morning.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests to monitor your blood counts while on treatment with this medication.
You are more likely to get sick or heal slower while taking this medication. Talk to your doctor before getting any vaccines.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience difficulty in urinating or blood in urine while on treatment with this medication.
Do not take Cycloglob 50mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
References
Sources and references
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