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Myaza Injection

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Product introduction

Myaza Injection is used in the treatment of some kinds of blood cancer. It is used for the treatment of adult patients with all subtypes of Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS). It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor.

Myaza Injection is used to treat severe forms of a skin disease (psoriasis) and to treat several disorders of joint disorders leading to painful swelling and redness of the joints.

Benefits of Myaza Injection

In Blood cancer

Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Myaza Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

In Treatment of Myelodysplastic syndrome

Myaza Injection is used to treat myelodysplastic syndrome, a group of conditions in which the bone marrow produces blood cells that are abnormal in structure and function, and does not produce enough healthy blood cells. Myaza Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective, yet very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Myaza 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 Myaza

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Bruise
  • Fever
  • Chills
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation

How to use Myaza Injection

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

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Myaza Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Myaza Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Myaza Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Myaza Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Myaza Injection can cause side effects such as tiredness and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Myaza Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Myaza Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Myaza Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Myaza Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Myaza Injection is not recommended in patients with advanced liver cancer.

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Quick tips

  • 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Pyrimidine Nucleoside Analogue
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
abcde
Action Class
Antimetabolites

Patient concerns

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Can blood cancer patients 1st stage do sex with normal girl Sir a blood cancer patients do sex with normal girl can any problem or cause doing with girl or side effect give suggestions Thanks
Dr. Vijay Sharnangat
Medical Oncology and Hematology
Wait till blood cancer gets cured.
Blood Cancer. Is there any medicine to cure blood cancer.
Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari
Ayurveda
Case has to be seen in person
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FAQs

Q. Is Myaza Injection a vesicant?

Myaza Injection is not a vesicant and is not known to cause severe local tissue damage upon extravasation (leaking of injected Myaza Injection into the surrounding tissues from the site of administration) when injected

Q. Does Myaza Injection cause hair loss?

No, Myaza Injection is not known to cause hair los

Q. Is Myaza Injection chemotherapy?

Yes. Myaza Injection is chemotherapy and a cytotoxic drug used in the treatment of various cancers. It is toxic to cancer cells and interferes with the cell's DNA synthesis, thus slowing down or stopping its growth and multiplication (cytotoxic effect)

Q. Is Myaza Injection a cytotoxic drug?

Yes. Myaza Injection is a cytotoxic drug.

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References

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  2. 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. 112-13.
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Marketer details

Name: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Private Limited , Commercial Operations , Prestige Tech Park,Platina-3, 7th to 12th floor, Prestige Tech Park, Kadubesanahalli, Bangalore -560103
Country of origin: India

MRP
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1.0 Injection in 1 vial
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