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Hydroxyurea - oral

(hi-drox-ee-you-ree-uh)

common brand names: Hydrea

Related Drugs : Hydrea, Hydrea, Mylocel, Droxia, Hydroxyurea

Hydrea Usage: Hydroxyurea is used to treat certain types of cancer or blood disorders.

Hydrea canbe used also for: this medication may also be used for chronic urinary tract infections or certain cases of psoriasis.

How to use Hydrea: this is potent med. Take it exactly as prescribed. Unless your pharmacist instructs you otherwise, drink plenty about fluids while taking this med. this helps your kidneys remove medication from your body and minimize some of the side effects. If you cannot swallow capsules, you may empty the contents into glass of water & drink it immediately. Be careful not to touch or inhale drug powder if you open capsule. don't stop taking this drug, even if you feel nauseated or experience vomiting. If you vomit shortly after a dose, contact your pharmacist.

Hydrea side effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss about appetite, rash, itchiness, constipation, or drowsiness are common side effects. Changes in diet, such as eating few small meals or limited activity may help lessen some of these effects. in some cases, medication therapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea & vomiting. Contact your doctor without delay if you experience any of following symptoms: fever, chills, cough, lower back or side pain, painful or difficult urination, tiredness or weakness, sores in mouth or on lips, sores (ulcers) on legs, unusual bleeding or bruising, black tarry stools, blood in urine or stools, small red spots on skin (especially on the face), rash, confusion, dizziness, convulsions, hallucinations, headache, joint pain, swelling of feet or lower legs. rarely, serious (possibly fatal) liver disease could occur. Seek immediate medical attention if these side effects occur: dark urine, stomach pain, yellowing eyes/skin, extreme fatigue. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Hydrea Precautions: Tell your physician your medical history, especially: blood disorders (e.g., anemia), liver disease, kidney problems, infections, previously had cancer treatments, any allergies. Use caution with sharp objects love safety razors or nail cutters and avoid activities such as contact sports in order to lower chance about getting cut, bruised, or injured. do not have immunizations/vaccinations without consent of your doctor, & avoid contact with poeple who have recently received oral polio vaccine. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to effects about this drug and may require lower dosing. Birth control measures are recommended for use in men and gir while taking it med. Hydroxyurea is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this medication. it medication is excreted in to breast milk & may have undesirable effects on nursing infant. do not breast-feed while using hydroxyurea.

Hydrea medication interactions: Inform your healthcare professional about all medicines you use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially: drugs to treat gout, anti-cancer drugs, didanosine, stavudine. don't start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Hydrea Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include facial swelling, hallucinations, & confusion.

Hydrea special notes: Keep every pharmacist appointments. Frequent blood tests (e.g., liver function tests) will be done to monitor youre progress.

If you missed Hydrea dose: If you miss a dose, do not take missed dose at all. Instead resume you're regular dosing schedule. don't double the doses to catch up. money with your physician.

Hydrea Storage: Store in room temperature away from sunlight & moisture.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Hydroxyurea