PROCARBAZINE

Overview

PROCARBAZINE is a Schedule H drug.
Procarbazine is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Procarbazine is given with other cancer medicines to treat Hodgkin’s Disease (a type of blood cancer).

Usage

PROCARBAZINE is generally used to treat: Hodgkin’s Disease

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of congestive heart failure, adrenal gland tumors (eg, pheochromocytoma), bone marrow depression, heart disease, frequent headaches, mental problems, kidney, or liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid exposure to sunlight. It may reduce platelet counts, avoid bruising or injury.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PROCARBAZINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

PROCARBAZINE : Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Constipation, Dry Mouth, Difficulty Swallowing, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Head Headache, Difficulty Sleeping, Arms Joint Pain, Black Colored Skin

Serious Side-Effects

PROCARBAZINE : Loose Motion, Hands Numbness, Mood Swings, Confusion, Depressed Mood

Rare Side-Effects

PROCARBAZINE : Serotonin Syndrome, Chest Pain, Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Irregular Heartbeat, Head Headache

Disease Interactions

PROCARBAZINE can interfere with: Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection

Technical Classification

PROCARBAZINE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with PROCARBAZINE as Ingredient

HODPRO 50MG CAP	PROCARBAZINE 50.0 MG
NEOZINE 50MG CAP	PROCARBAZINE 50.0 MG
P CARZINE 50MG CAP	PROCARBAZINE 50.0 MG
PROCARB 50MG TAB	PROCARBAZINE 50.0 MG
PROCARB 50MG TABLET	PROCARBAZINE 50 MG