Zavedos 25mg Capsule is used in the treatment of some kinds of blood cancer (leukemia). It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor. It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Zavedos 25mg Capsule is used to treat various types of cancer

Uses of Zavedos Capsule

Blood cancer (Acute lymphocytic leukemia)

Benefits of Zavedos Capsule

In Blood cancer (Acute lymphocytic leukemia)

Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Zavedos 25mg Capsule 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.

Side effects of Zavedos Capsule

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 Zavedos

Vomiting
Nausea
Infection
Hair loss
Fever
Increased liver enzymes
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Bleeding
Myelosuppression
Seizure

How to use Zavedos Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Zavedos 25mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zavedos 25mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zavedos 25mg Capsule 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

Zavedos 25mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Zavedos 25mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Special care should be taken if it is essential that you drive while undergoing treatment especially if you are lacking strength or are in a debilitated condition.

Kidney

CAUTION

Zavedos 25mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zavedos 25mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Get kidney function tests done before the start of this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

Zavedos 25mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zavedos 25mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Get liver function tests done before the start of this medicine.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Zavedos 25mg Capsule should be taken with or without food but at the same time every day.
Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood uric level, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
Inform your doctor if you experience dizziness, fever, shortness of breath and itchy rash.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Anthracycline Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Anticancer-others

Patient concerns

I want to know about Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia CNS Relapse protocol followed by standard doctors.

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

What you want know

Features suggestive of acute myeloid leukemia Is this disease is curable if no than how much time did the patient have with & without treatment

Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Less chances of cureHowever treatment is possible

I'm detected with acute lymphoblastic leukemia taking alloepathy treatment but finding it costly want to start homeopathy treatment along with it kindly help

Dr. Manju Singh

Homeopathy

I would like to recommend you that if you want to start homeopathy then you should visit a homeopathic physician who is nearer to your home because your case require a detail case taking then your medicine will be selected on the basis of your symptoms.

FAQs

Is Zavedos 25mg Capsule a vesicant?

Zavedos 25mg Capsule can cause inflammation of the vein in which it is administered; and irritation and ulceration of surrounding tissue, if leakage occurs at the site of intravenous administration.

What is Zavedos 25mg Capsule used for?

Zavedos 25mg Capsule is used in the treatment of acute myeloid leukaemia (a type of cancer of the white blood cells) in combination with other medications and breast cancer in advance stage after failure with other medications.

How does Zavedos 25mg Capsule work?

Zavedos 25mg Capsule acts by inhibiting the growth of cancer cells.

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

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