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Dacarbazine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Dacarbazine Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Dacarbazine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Dacarbazine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Dacarbazine
Pronunciation : da kar' ba zeen

Brand Names or Trade Names of Dacarbazine

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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.

What are the other precautions for Dacarbazine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Dacarbazine?

Store it in refrigerator (2-8°C). Do not freeze it.

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