Salt: Arsenic Trioxide
Prescription Required: Yes
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Arsenam 10mg Injection
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Arsenam 10mg Injection is used in the treatment of leukemia(cancer of white blood cells). It is used for patients with leukemia who have not responded to other therapies. It is used alone or in combination with other medicine as first line therapy.
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Arsenam 10mg Injection contains the active constituent arsenic trioxide. It belongs to the therapeutic class antineoplastics. It is used to treat newly diagnosed low to intermediate-risk acute promyelocytic leukemia (a type of bone cancer where too many immature blood cells accumulate in bone marrow) combined with other medication (tretinoin). It is also indicated in patients whose APL has not responded to other therapies or whose condition has worsened following treatment with other medications. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.
In Blood cancer (Acute lymphocytic leukemia)
Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Arsenam 10mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues, that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Arsenam 10mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Arsenam
Breathlessness
Nausea
Vomiting
Increased heart rate
Rash
Decreased potassium level in blood
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Dizziness
Injection site pain
Increased liver enzymes
Increased glucose level in blood
Fever
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Itching
Common side effects of Arsenam
Breathlessness
Nausea
Vomiting
Increased heart rate
Rash
Decreased potassium level in blood
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Dizziness
Injection site pain
Increased liver enzymes
Increased glucose level in blood
Fever
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Itching
