Citabol 200mg Injection 1

Citabol 200mg Injection 1 is known for its effectiveness in managing several types of cancer. Here are the specific conditions it helps to manage:

• Advanced ovarian cancer that has reoccurred at least 6 months after completing platinum-based therapy.

• Metastatic breast cancer as a first-line treatment, especially when anthracycline-containing adjuvant chemotherapy has failed.

• Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)

• Pancreatic cancer

• Bladder cancer

Administering Citabol 200mg Injection 1 requires careful attention.

• This medicine is administered intravenously by a doctor.

• Make sure you keep all your appointments for receiving this medication.

• Frequent blood tests may be required to monitor your blood cell counts and how well your organs are functioning.

• Consult your doctor if you experience side effects or have any concerns about receiving this medicine.

Citabol 200mg Injection 1 is administered intravenously.

Citabol 200mg Injection 1 contains gemcitabine (200 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Mimics nucleosides and inhibits DNA synthesis: Gemcitabine acts like physiological nucleosides in your body. Physiological nucleosides are nucleosides that are already present normally in the body. The active component of gemcitabine competes with physiological nucleosides during DNA synthesis and blocks the DNA synthesis and cell division of the cancer cells.

• Blocks ribonucleotide reductase: This is an enzyme required for DNA synthesis.

• Controls cancer cell proliferation: By disrupting DNA synthesis and blocking the functions of key enzymes involved in cell division, gemcitabine controls rapid cancer cell growth.

• Store Citabol 200mg Injection 1 vials at room temperature, ideally between 20 °C to 25 °C.

• Protect the product from light exposure.

• After being mixed for use, keep it in the fridge at 28 °C. Use within 35 days.

• Always keep this medicine out of reach of children.

• Ensure you administer Citabol 200mg Injection 1 before its expiry date.

• Focus on a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and whole grains. This can help strengthen your immune system and manage side effects better.

• Try to engage in light physical activities like walking or yoga. These can help boost your mood and energy levels during chemotherapy. Always consult your doctor for personalised advice based on your health condition.