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Xpreza is a medication used primarily in the management of blood disorders such as myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS). It contains Azacitidine, a chemotherapy agent that works by interfering with the growth of abnormal cells in the bone marrow, allowing normal blood cell production. Azacitidine belongs to a class of drugs called antimetabolites. It incorporates into the DNA and RNA of abnormal cells, inhibiting their replication and promoting the restoration of normal bone marrow function.
Xpreza is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Xpreza safe for pregnant women?
Xpreza shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Xpreza safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Xpreza. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Xpreza on the Kidneys?
Xpreza rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xpreza on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Xpreza on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Xpreza on the Heart?
Side effects of Xpreza rarely affect the heart.
Xpreza should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xpreza unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xpreza habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Xpreza has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Xpreza you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Xpreza is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Xpreza cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Xpreza
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Xpreza, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xpreza
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Xpreza with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vidaza (azacitidine)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Celazadine® (azacitidine)