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Dacarbazine

(dacarbazine)

Dacarbazine belongs to the group of cancer-fighting medications called antineoplastics. It kills cancer cells by interfering with their growth and reproduction.

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Injectable Powder

600MG

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Dacarbazine information

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The recommended dose of dacarbazine is based on body weight or body size. The appropriate dose of dacarbazine is often given once daily for 5 or 10 days depending on the dose. After 3 weeks, the dose may be repeated if necessary.

Dacarbazine is injected into a vein through a site on your skin that has been specially prepared for this purpose. Very careful handling of Dacarbazine is required. It is always given under the supervision of a doctor in a hospital or similar setting with access to sterile equipment for preparation.

Many things can affect the dose of a medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are receiving the medication without consulting your doctor.

As well as interfering with the growth and reproduction of cancer cells, dacarbazine can interfere with some of your normal cells. This can cause a number of side effects such as hair loss and mouth sores. Dacarbazine often causes nausea and vomiting, but it is important to keep using Dacarbazine even if you feel ill, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. The feeling of nausea usually lessens within 2 days. Your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can advise you on how to reduce the effects of nausea and vomiting. Keep track of any side effects and report them to your doctor, as suggested in the section "What side effects are possible with Dacarbazine?"

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent. The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Dacarbazine. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Dacarbazine with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Dacarbazine. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

appetite loss
bumpy, itchy, red rash
Diarrhea
dizziness when getting up from a lying or sitting position
face flushing
face numbness
fatigue
flu-like symptoms (e.g., Fever, muscle aches, general feeling of unwellness)
headache
muscle pain
nausea and vomiting that lessens after 1 to 2 days
temporary hair loss

Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not check with your doctor or seek medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

blurred vision
confusion
seizures
sores in the mouth and on the lips

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

black or tarry stool, or blood in the urine
chest pain
cough or hoarseness with fever or chills
face swelling
fever or chills
lower back or side pain with fever or chills
pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
painful or difficult urination with fever or chills
pinpoint red spots on the skin
shortness of breath
stomach pain
unusual bleeding or bruising
yellow eyes or skin

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Dacarbazine.

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