Product Description

Myelostat 500mg Capsule is an anticancer medication containing the active ingredient hydroxyurea. It is used to treat chronic myeloid leukemia (cancer of white blood cells) and polycythemia vera (cancer of red blood cells). It is used to treat cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, melanoma (skin cancer), head and neck cancer. Cancer is a disorder in which cells multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner.

It is used to treat sickle cell anemia (inherited blood disease in which healthy red blood cells are insufficient). This medication may be used to treat other conditions not mentioned here. You need to talk to your physician if you have any blood disorders, severe anemia, kidney disorders, liver disorders, gout, leg ulcers, folic acid deficiency, have an intolerance to some sugars before taking Myelostat 500mg capsule.

Be sure to tell your health care professional if you have had or currently have any chemotherapy or radiotherapy and if you recently received or are about to have any vaccination. Men and women should use effective birth control during the treatment and for at least 12 months and 6 months, respectively. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing during the treatment with Myelostat 500mg Capsule.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Myelostat 500mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Uses

Treatment of Cancer
Treatment of Sickle Cell Anemia

Side Effects

Serious:

• Severe allergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, or throat, difficulty in breathing, itching, rashes, peeling of nails and skin, unexplained chills, fever, or sore throat)

Common:

• Lower back pain
• Black tarry or bloody stools
• Bruising or bleeding
• Rash on the face or other body parts (in some cases, it may be purple, scaly, and raised)
• Muscle weakness
• Sore on the mouth or lips
• Pain during urination
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation
• Hair loss

Storage

Store below 30℃