BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is used in the treatment of some kinds of blood cancer. It is used for the treatment of adult patients with all subtypes of Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet can be taken with or without food, but better to have it same time every day. 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, weakness, nausea, and fever. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You must inform your doctor before taking any vaccination while on treatment with this medicine. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the heart, liver, and kidney.

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.

Uses of BD-Zadine Tablet

Benefits of BD-Zadine Tablet

In Blood cancer

Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. BD-Zadine 300 Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

In Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome, a group of conditions in which the bone marrow produces blood cells that are abnormal in structure and function, and does not produce enough healthy blood cells. BD-Zadine 300 Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective, yet very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

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Side effects of BD-Zadine Tablet

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 BD-Zadine

Vomiting
Weakness
Nausea
Decreased potassium level in blood
Bruise
Fever
Chills
Diarrhea
Constipation

How to use BD-Zadine Tablet

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. BD-Zadine 300 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How BD-Zadine Tablet works

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells in leukaemia. This kills the cancer cells and helps in normal maturation and growth of young blood cells in the bone marrow.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with BD-Zadine 300 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

BD-Zadine 300 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

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
BD-Zadine 300 Tablet can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of BD-Zadine 300 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of BD-Zadine 300 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.

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Quick tips

Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyrimidine Nucleoside Analogue

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Antimetabolites

Patient concerns

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Physician

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FAQs

Is BD-Zadine 300 Tablet a vesicant?

BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is not a vesicant and is not known to cause severe local tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected BD-Zadine 300 Tablet into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected

Does BD-Zadine 300 Tablet cause hair loss?

No, BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is not known to cause hair los

Is BD-Zadine 300 Tablet chemotherapy?

Yes. BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is chemotherapy and a cytotoxic drug used in the treatment of various cancers. It is toxic to cancer cells and interferes with the cell's DNA synthesis, thus slowing down or stopping its growth and multiplication (cytotoxic effect)

Is BD-Zadine 300 Tablet a cytotoxic drug?

Yes. BD-Zadine 300 Tablet is a cytotoxic drug.

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References

Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1700.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 112-13.

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