Generic for Droxia for Cancer - Drug Information

Generic Name - Hydroxyurea

Category - Antineoplastic, Antianemic medication

Indications

Cancer
Generic Droxia is indicated for the treatment of certain types of cancer including leukemia and skin or ovarian cancer.

Generic for Droxia Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Droxia is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Disopyramide. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following

Didanosine DDI
Cilostazol
Warfarin
Stavudine
Aspirin
Ibuprofen
Naproxen
Ketoprofen

Generic for Droxia Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericDroxia
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Droxia for Sickle Cell Anemia is 15 mg once daily. Base dosage will be on the smaller of ideal or actual body weight. The increase dose will be gradually to the maximum tolerated dose or to 35 mg/kg/day.

Generic for Droxia Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Droxia side Effects include low blood counts, signs of infection - fever or chills, cough, sore throat, pain or difficulty passing urine, signs of decreased platelets or bleeding - bruising, pinpoint red spots on the skin, black, tarry stools, blood in the urine and signs of decreased red blood cells.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Droxia.

Generic for Droxia and Pregnancy

Generic Droxia should not be used during pregnancy. It may cause injuries or even death to the unborn babies. Consult your doctor before taking this medication, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Generic for Droxia and Breastfeeding

Generic Droxia passes into breast milk and may cause unwanted effects in nursing babies. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.

Generic for Droxia and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Droxiain pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Droxiaand Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Droxiain geriatric patients have not been established.

Note

The above information about Generic Droxia serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.