Hydroxyurea 500mg Capsules 100’s

Indications of hydroxyurea:

• Chronic myeloid leukemia (CML)
• Head and neck cancers (excluding lip cancer)
• Ovarian cancer
• Used in sickle cell disease to reduce the frequency of painful crises and need for blood transfusions

• May be used in other blood and solid tumors as prescribed by the oncologist

How to take hydroxyurea:

• Taken orally in capsule form, usually once daily or as directed by a doctor.
• Dosage is based on body weight, response to treatment, and medical condition.
• Should be taken with water, and preferably at the same time each day.
• Patients with difficulty swallowing may open capsules carefully and mix with water (using gloves for safety).

Safety Information:

• Contraindicated in patients with severe bone marrow suppression or hypersensitivity to hydroxyurea.
• Use with caution in patients with liver or kidney impairment.
• Common side effects: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, mouth sores, darkened skin or nails.
• Serious risks: low blood counts (anemia, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia), increased risk of infection, secondary cancers with long-term use, leg ulcers, and severe skin reactions.
• Requires regular blood monitoring to check blood counts and organ function.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not use hydroxyurea, as it may harm the baby.

Notice:
Hydroxyurea 500mg Capsules is a prescription-only cytotoxic medicine. It should only be used under close medical supervision, with regular monitoring by oncology or hematology specialists.