Dactinomycin

Information about Dactinomycin

Dactinomycin Uses

How Dactinomycin works

Dactinomycin is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.

Common side effects of Dactinomycin

Nausea, Vomiting, Rash, Difficulty in swallowing, Hair loss, Fatigue, Fever, Liver toxicity, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Mucositis
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Available Medicine for Dactinomycin

DacilonCelon Laboratories Ltd
3091 variant(s)
CosmegenWockhardt Ltd
901 variant(s)
TinowelGetwell Pharma (I) Pvt Ltd
3451 variant(s)

Expert advice for Dactinomycin

  • Dactinomycin is given as an injection into vein under the supervision of a doctor only.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • You may need to have blood tests to monitor your blood cells, platelets count, liver function and kidney function during treatment.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you notice unusual bruising or bleeding or if you have dark, tarry, or bloody stools and dark urine.

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