Dacarbazine Medication Information
Get detailed information on Dacarbazine, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Dacarbazine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Dacarbazine Pronunciation : da kar' ba zeenTrade Names/Brand Names of Dacarbazine
India :
Arzi (100mg) |
Dacarin |
Dacarex |
Dacarex |
Dacmed (200mg) |
Dacarex (200mg) |
Dacarin |
Dacarin |
Daczin |
Dabaz
International :
DTIC-Dome
Why is Dacarbazine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antineoplastic chemotherapy drug, prescribed for melanoma and Hodgkin's disease. This medication slows the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.When should Dacarbazine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with bone marrow suppression and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Dacarbazine?
Malignant Melanoma: The recommended dosage is 2 to 4.5mg/kg/day for 10 days. Treatment may be repeated at 4-week intervals.Hodgkin's Disease: The recommended dose is 150mg/square meter body surface/day for 5 days.
How should Dacarbazine be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Dacarbazine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages and citrus fruit juices.
What are the side effects of Dacarbazine?
Most Common - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and loss of appetite.Miscellaneous - Hair loss, tingling, photosensitivity, rashes and facial flushing.
Liver - Liver damage.
