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Flu-stim 50mg Injection_203122
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Flu-stim 50mg Injection

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Salt Composition : Fludarabine

Manufacturer : ZYDUS CADILA

Origin of Medicine : India

MRP: 12495
Price : 10000
You Save : 2495 (20%)

1 Vial(s) Of 2ml

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Introduction to Flu-stim 50mg Injection

Flu-stim 50mg Injection is a chemotherapy medication containing the active ingredient fludarabine. It is used to treat B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is cancer of white blood cells (disease-fighting agents) in which the body produces many abnormal white blood cells, and lymph nodes start to grow in various parts of the body. This can lead to organ failure, decrease in red blood cells, severe bleeding and infections.

Flu-stim 50mg Injections are not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age, breastfeeding patients, and patients with severe kidney problems or low red blood cell count. Use effective birth control methods during the treatment with this injection and for at least six months from the last dose. Avoid live vaccination while taking this medicine. Report to your doctor if you experience any allergic reactions while taking Flu-stim 50mg Injection.


Uses of Flu-stim 50mg Injection

  • Treatment of B-Cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia (blood cancer)

Therapeutic Effects of Flu-stim 50mg Injection

It works by decreasing or stopping the growth of cancer cells by inhibiting the DNA synthesis in cancer cells.


Interaction of Flu-stim 50mg Injection with other drugs

Inform your physician about all the prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products that you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications tend to interact with Flu-stim 50mg Injection and can cause undesirable side effects.


More Information about Flu-stim 50mg Injection

  • Keep Flu-stim 50mg Injection out of sight and reach of children.
  • Store in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C).

How to consume Flu-stim 50mg Injection

This injection should be administered only under the supervision of the doctor or nurse and it shouldn't be self administered. Dosage of this injection will differ depending upon the patient’s age and severity of the condition.


Safety Advices for Flu-stim 50mg Injection

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Pregnancy

  

Flu-stim 50mg Injection are not recommended for use in pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe the medications if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

  

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Flu-stim 50mg Injection. Consult your doctor for advice.

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Lungs

  

Talk to your doctor if you have any lung conditions before starting treatment with Fludabine 10mg Injection.

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Liver

  

It is essential to inform your doctor if you have any liver disorders before taking this medicine.

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Alcohol

  

Consult your doctor regarding advice on alcohol consumption before starting treatment with Fludabine 10mg Injection.

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Driving

  

Fludabine 10mg Injection may cause tiredness or disturbed vision. Avoid driving if you are unwell.


Side Effects of Flu-stim 50mg Injection

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

  • Lung infection (cough, chest pain, difficulty breathing)
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising
  • Blood in urine, reduced amount of urine, or pain in your side
  • Skin reactions (redness, inflammation, or blistering)
  • Palpitations

Common

  • Diarrhea
  • Fever
  • Weakness, tiredness
  • Nausea, vomiting
  • Low blood count
  • Infections

Word of Advice

Inform the doctor if the patient has any history of kidney, liver, allergic reactions before starting this injection. Avoid taking injection while  planning for pregnancy or during pregnancy as it causes harmful effects on developing babies. This tablet is not recommended in children below 18 years of age. Avoid driving or handling heavy machinery while taking this injection as they cause disturbed vision. patient’s may lack concentration and alertness.


FAQs

Q 1. Can Flu-stim 50mg Injection be given to children?

No, this injection is not recommended in the children below 18 years of age as it causes severe complications. consult the doctor before using this injection.

Q 2. Can Flu-stim 50mg Injection be used in kidney patients?

No, this injection is contraindicated in the patients with severe kidney disorders. Consult the doctor before taking this medication.

Q 3. Can I use an Flu-stim 50mg Injection while driving?

Avoid driving or handling heavy machinery while taking this tablet as they cause disturbed vision. patient’s may lack concentration and alertness.

Q 4. Can Flu-stim 50mg Injection be given if blood count is low?

No, this medicine is not recommended in the patient with anemia and in other conditions where the blood count is low. Inform the doctor before taking this injection.

Q 5. Can Flu-stim 50mg Injection be used during pregnancy?

It is unsafe to use this tablet during pregnancy as it causes harmful effects in the developing baby.


Fact Box of Flu-stim 50mg Injection

Molecule name: Fludarabine

Therapeutic class: Antimetabolites

Pharmacological class: Purine analog

Indications:  Treatment of B-Cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia (blood cancer)

References

  1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Anticancer drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 864.
  2. Accord Healthcare Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (emc), [Revised on Dec 2019] [ Accessed on 30th Nov 2021], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3393.pdf
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  4. Joshua Lukenbill, Matt Kalaycio; Fludarabine: a review of the clear benefits and potential harms; Leukemia Research (Published on Sept 2013; Accessed on 30/11/2021) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23787174/

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