Cytarabine Injection

Cytarabine is an antimetabolite used in the treatment of leukemias and lymphomas.

Cytarabine injection is given to you in a hospital or clinic setting. You will not take this medicine at home.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

sore throat
pinpoint red spots on the skin
pain/difficulty passing urine
bruising
light-headedness
eye discomfort/redness/blurred vision/double vision
mouth sores
vomiting
stomach pain
fainting spells
cough
confusion
difficulty breathing
low blood counts (you may be at increased risk for infections and bleeding)
fever/chills
blood in the urine
unusual weakness/tiredness
black/tarry stools

Sometimes, the Cytarabine injection may even cause anemia, bone marrow suppression, diarrhea, nausea and Jaundice.

The Cytarabine injection may even cause Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS), a severe itching sensation, severe dizziness, headaches and temporary hair loss.

Moreover, the Cytarabine injection may even cause chest pain, difficulty in swallowing, freckling of one’s skin, heart burn and joint pain.

The Cytarabine injection may even cause back pain, swollen feet, Thrombophlebitis, Sepsis and Neuritis.

Further still, the Cytarabine injection may even cause conjunctivitis, Alopecia, Pericarditis, Renal dysfunction and Anaphylaxis.

The Cytarabine injection may even cause Esophageal Ulceration, urinary retention, anorexia and Hepatic dysfunction.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

other chemotherapy agents
vaccines
ibuprofen
ketoprofen
naproxen
digoxin
dipyridamole
acetaminophen
aspirin

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

The Cytarabine injection interacts with various medications, such as, Flucytosine and Gentamicin.

You will not take this medicine at home.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

infection
kidney disease/stones
liver disease
nervous system disease
recent radiation therapy
bleeding problems
dental disease
gout
cold sores/shingles

Do not have any vaccinations without your prescribers’ approval.

It is very important for the patient to know that before using the Cytarabine injection they must inform their health care professional if they have ever had a history of or are currently suffering from bacterial Meningitis, viral Meningitis or fungal Meningitis.

Moreover, it is very important for the patient to know that before using the Cytarabine injection they must inform their health are professional if they have ever had a history of previous chemotherapy or previous radiation therapy.

Do not miss any appointments with your health care professional.

If you are unable to meet the appointment inform your health care professional.

Cytarabine injection is also used to help slow down or stop the growth rate and even treat various types of cancer cells. Ask your doctor for more information.

You will not take this medicine at home.

If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.

If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.

If you cannot take dexamethasone.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.

Avoid alcohol and alcohol containing beverages whilst on a course with this medication.

Do not treat yourself with OTC medication whilst on a course with this medication, without consulting with your health care professional.

Avoid anyone who has recently had oral polio vaccine.

It is also very important for the patient to inform their health care professional about the usage of any other vaccinations prior to using the Cytarabine injection.