Fludarabine

INFORMATION ABOUT FLUDARABINE

Fludarabine Uses

Fludarabine is used in the treatment of blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia).

How Fludarabine works

Fludarabine is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells in blood. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

Common side effects of Fludarabine

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

Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness, Diarrhea, Fever, Fatigue, Cough, Increased risk of infection, Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)

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19 Feb 2021 | 06:19 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Fludarabine

Fludabine

₹7159 to ₹9843

United Biotech Pvt Ltd

2 variant(s)

Fludacel

₹6500 to ₹6500

Celon Laboratories Ltd

1 variant(s)

Fludocyte

₹9634 to ₹9634

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd

1 variant(s)

Fludarither

₹6000 to ₹6000

Therdose Pharma Pvt Ltd

Miracalus Pharma Pvt Ltd

Halsted Pharma Private Limited

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Fludarabine

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.