Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Cytarabine Injection
Cytarabine Injection
| Generic name | cytarabine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | antimetabolite (antineoplastic) |
| Forms | Injectable solution (given into a vein, under the skin, or into the spinal canal), Powder mixed with liquid for injection |
Cytarabine Injection is a prescription chemotherapy medicine used to treat certain blood and bone marrow cancers. It must be given under the care of a doctor experienced in chemotherapy treatment.
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- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
- Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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