Acodamust Injection
Product introduction
Acodamust Injection is used to treat cancer of the lymphatic system such as Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL). It may also be used to treat other types of cancer as determined by your doctor. It can be used alone, or together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.
Acodamust Injection is given as an injection into vein under the supervision of a doctor and should not be self-administered. 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 anemia (low number of red blood cells), decreased white blood cell count, infection, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Inform your doctor if you have a medical history, of bleeding disorders, heart or liver disease, radiation treatment or any infection. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using. This medicine is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with kidney, liver and heart function during treatment with this medicine. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Acodamust Injection
Benefits of Acodamust Injection
In Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a cancer of the white blood cells in our body, also called mantle-cell lymphoma. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. Acodamust Injection helps to restrict cancer growth and also blocks the action of other chemicals that are required for cancer growth and further spread. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.
Side effects of Acodamust Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acodamust
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Infection
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Low blood platelets
- Mucosal inflammation
How to use Acodamust Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Acodamust Injection works
Acodamust Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acodamust Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acodamust Injection 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
Acodamust Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Acodamust Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acodamust Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Acodamust Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Acodamust Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acodamust Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Acodamust Injection?
If you miss a dose of Acodamust Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Acodamust Injection is given as an injection into vein under the supervision of a doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Mechlorethamine Derivative, Alkylating Agent, {Nitrogen Mustard Drug}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Alkylating Agents
Interaction with drugs
Taking Acodamust with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and symptoms such as headache, mouth ulcers or weakness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the d
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Acodamust Injection safe?
Acodamust Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
How does Acodamust Injection work?
Acodamust Injection works by destroying the DNA, thus killing the existing cancer cells and also preventing the growth and spread of new cancer cells.
Is Acodamust Injection a vesicant?
Acodamust Injection has vesicant properties and can seriously damage skin and underlying fat if leaks during administration.
Does Acodamust Injection cause hair loss/constipation?
Yes, hair loss and constipation are the common side effects of Acodamust Injection.
Does Acodamust Injection cross blood brain barrier?
Yes, Acodamust Injection crosses the blood brain barrier, and may be used to treat cancers spread to the brain.
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Marketer details
Name: Accord Pharmaceuticals
Address: 9B, 1st Floor, Chanayak Complex, Opp Murlidhar Society, Odhav, Ahmedabad.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: November, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Acodamust Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: November, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Acodamust Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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