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Azacitidine – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ONUREG

Strength: 300 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 77770.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Azacitidine

Class: | Antineoplastic agent, DNA methyltransferase inhibitor Use: | Treatment of adults with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), and other hematological malignancies Adult dose: | 300 mg orally once daily for 14 days of a 28-day cycle Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients Side effects: | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, injection site reactions Contraindications: | Hypersensitiv

Drug Class

Antineoplastic agent, DNA methyltransferase inhibitor

Uses & Indications

Treatment of adults with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), and other hematological malignancies

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F); protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Bristol Myers Squibb Pharma EEIG, Ireland

Package Size

14's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 77770.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

300 mg orally once daily for 14 days of a 28-day cycle

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, injection site reactions

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to azacitidine or any component of the formulation; pregnancy; breastfeeding

Important Warnings

Risk of myelosuppression, including severe neutropenia and thrombocytopenia; monitor blood counts regularly; may cause fetal harm; avoid use in pregnancy and breastfeeding

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Azacitidine available in UAE pharmacies:

AZACITIDINE KOANAA 100 mg Powder For Solution For Injection AZACITIDINE SPC 100 mg Powder For Solution For SC/IV Administration LEUZADA 100 mg Powder for Suspension for Subcutaneous Injection ONUREG 200 mg Tablets ONUREG 300 mg Tablets ONUREG 300 mg Tablets VIDAZA 100 mg Powder For Solution For Injection VIDAZA 100 mg Solution For Injection

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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