Arsikem 10Mg Injection

Arsikem 10Mg Injection is used to treat acute promyelocytic leukemia, especially when other treatments such as chemotherapy have failed to work, or have stopped working after a certain period of time.

Before using this medication you need to tell your doctor:

• if you have any allergies to any substances in the medicine
• if you have a history of liver diseases, kidney diseases or diabetes
• if you are allergic to the compound arsenic in itself

Additionally, this medication often causes a condition known as QT prolongation, which affects the rhythm of the heart, so your doctor has to know if you have a history of heart problems. You should also tell your doctor if you have low magnesium and potassium blood levels so that the medication does not trigger any unwanted side effects.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Blood Cancer

• Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Increased Heart Rate

• Rash

• Decreased Potassium Level In Blood

• Paresthesia (Tingling Or Pricking Sensation)

• Breathlessness

• Dizziness

• Injection Site Pain

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Increased Glucose Level In Blood

• Fever

• Diarrhoea

• Fatigue

• Itching

• Myalgia

• Arthralgia

• Bone Pain

• Chest Pain

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is unsafe to use during pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• What is the onset of action?

  The pharmacological action of this medication is initiated within 1 - 3 minutes after its administration.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  It remain active for about 16 - 18 hrs after administration.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Arsikem 10Mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Arsenox 10mg Injection

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, please consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

This medicine causes death of cancerous cells by altering the morphology and by DNA fragmentation in NB4 human leukemia cells. It also destroys fusion protein PML/RAR-alpha. The utility of this drug, however, still under study.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with diuretics or amphotericin B, macrolide, and antipsychotic thioridazine

• Ques : What is Arsikem 10Mg Injection?

  Ans : This medication is used to treat acute promyelocytic leukaemia, especially when other treatments such as chemotherapy have failed to work, or have stopped working after a certain period of time.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Arsikem 10Mg Injection before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Arsikem 10Mg Injection?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Arsikem 10Mg Injection empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Arsikem 10Mg Injection?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

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