Dacsted 100 Injection

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Last updated on 04 Jan 2026 | 01:00 AM (IST)

Dacsted 100 Injection is used in the treatment of cancers of lymphatic system and malignant melanoma (a type of skin cancer). It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.

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General Information

Contains

Dacarbazine (100mg)

Marketer

Halsted Pharma Private Limited

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

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Product introduction

Dacsted 100 Injection is given as an injection into a vein by the healthcare professional, but better if injected at the 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 nausea, vomiting, and decreased white blood cell count, and injection site pain,. 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. Inform your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, lack of energy, loss of appetite, and yellowing of eyes. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

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. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Uses of Dacsted Injection

Benefits of Dacsted Injection

Malignant melanoma
Malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment called melanin. Melanin is the pigment that gives the skin its color. Malignant melanoma is the most deadly and aggressive kind of skin cancer. Dacsted 100 Injection sticks to the genetic code, called DNA,of the cancer cells and kills them . It also prevents their growth and further spread. This helps to treat the cancer.

Side effects of Dacsted 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 Dacsted

Nausea
Vomiting
Injection site pain
Decreased white blood cell count
Loss of appetite

How to use Dacsted Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Dacsted Injection works

Dacsted 100 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.

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Quick tips

Dacsted 100 Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Dacsted 100 Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Dacsted 100 Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dacsted 100 Injection may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Dacsted 100 Injection may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Dacsted 100 Injection may influence the ability to drive because of its central nervous system side effects.

Kidney

CAUTION

Dacsted 100 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Dacsted 100 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Dacsted with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Filgrastim (Injection Route)

Do not consume Filgrastim from 24 hours before or 24 hours after taking Dacarbazine. Please consult with your doctor. Dacarbazine may reduce the efficacy of Filgrastim.

Severe

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Do not use Dacarbazine with Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated). If Dacarbazine is essential, ensure a gap of At least 6 months after discontinuing Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated). Please consult your doctor. Dacarbazine may reduce efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated).

Severe

Herpes Zoster / Shingles Vaccine (Recombinant, Adjuvanted) (Injection Route)

Do not use Dacarbazine with Herpes Zoster / Shingles Vaccine (Recombinant, Adjuvanted). If Dacarbazine is essential, ensure a gap of At least 6 months after discontinuing Herpes Zoster / Shingles Vaccine (Recombinant, Adjuvanted). Please consult your doctor. Dacarbazine may reduce efficacy of Herpes Zoster / Shingles Vaccine (Recombinant, Adjuvanted).

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Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Do not use Dacarbazine with Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. If Dacarbazine is essential, ensure a gap of At least 6 months after discontinuing Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Please consult your doctor. Dacarbazine may reduce efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine.

Severe

Pegfilgrastim (Injection Route)

Do not consume Pegfilgrastim within 24 hours after taking Dacarbazine. Please consult with your doctor. Dacarbazine may reduce the efficacy of Pegfilgrastim.

Frequently asked questions

How is Dacsted 100 Injection administered?

Dacsted 100 Injection is administered as infusion or injection. Absorption by mouth is slow and varies, therefore, intravenous (given through vein) infusion or injection administration is preferred.

Is Dacsted 100 Injection a vesicant?

Dacsted 100 Injection is a potent vesicant (it is corrosive), and it should be carefully administered to avoid the risk of extravasation (leaking into the tissues).

What is Dacsted 100 Injection used for?

Dacsted 100 Injection is used to treat skin cancer that has spread to other parts of the body (malignant melanoma), cancer of the white blood cell (Hodgkin's lymphoma) and advanced adult soft tissue sarcomas (cancer of soft tissues such as muscles, tendons, fat, and blood vessels).

How effective is Dacsted 100 Injection?

Dacsted 100 Injection is effective if taken at recommended dosage and duration as advised by your doctor.

Does Dacsted 100 Injection cause hair loss?

Yes, hair loss is a common side effect of Dacsted 100 Injection.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

2- heteroaryl carboxamides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Alkylating Agents

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. pp. 1686-87.
Chu E, Sartorelli AC. Cancer Chemotherapy. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 942.
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. 346-47.
Dacarbazine citrate. Wedel, Germany: medac GmbH; 1997 [revised Jan. 2017]. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Dacarbazine. [Updated 2018 Dec 3]. [Accessed 18 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Halsted Pharma Private Limited
Address: Ground floor, Plot No.25-HIG, Survey No.912P. 913P, 941P, 944P 945 to 962 and 964P Phase XV, KPHB Colony, Kukatpally. Medchal- Malkajgiri District, Telangana State, India.

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Dacsted Injection

Benefits of Dacsted Injection

Side effects of Dacsted Injection

How to use Dacsted Injection

How Dacsted Injection works

All substitutes for Dacsted 100 Injection

Darzine Injection 100mg

Zicarb 100mg Injection

Dabaz 100mg Injection

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Filgrastim (Injection Route)

Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) (Oral Route)

Herpes Zoster / Shingles Vaccine (Recombinant, Adjuvanted) (Injection Route)

Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine (Injection Route)

Pegfilgrastim (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

How is Dacsted 100 Injection administered?

Is Dacsted 100 Injection a vesicant?

What is Dacsted 100 Injection used for?

How effective is Dacsted 100 Injection?

Does Dacsted 100 Injection cause hair loss?

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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