Hydrea (Hydroxyurea)

Product Description

Product Name: Hydrea
Generic Name : Hydroxyurea
Manufacturer : Sarabhai

Hydroxycarbamide

Read all of this leaflet carefully before youstart taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
• If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.

1. What Hydrea is and what it is used for

Hydrea is used to treat some types of cancer such as cervicalcancer and a type of leukaemia called chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML). Theprecise reason why you are being given Hydrea is best discussed with yourdoctor.

Warnings and precautions

Talk to your doctor orpharmacist before taking Hydrea.

Your doctor will doregular blood tests before and whilst you are taking Hydrea. You may need tocontrol or treat the source conditions before starting treatment with Hydrea.

Take special care with Hydrea Capsules if:

• you have anykidney or liverproblems
• you arepregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast feeding
• you have ever suffered fromgout
• you have leg ulcers
• you have previously received radiotherapy or chemotherapy, or are currently taking any othermedicines for cancer treatment, especially interferon therapy

Mechanism of Action

Hydrea works by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA in rapidly dividing cancer cells, thereby slowing or halting their growth. This makes it particularly effective against certain types of cancers, as well as disorders like sickle cell anemia.


Proper Usage and Dosage

Hydrea tablets must be taken strictly as directed by a physician. The prescribed dosage varies based on the condition being treated and the patients response to the medication, ensuring personalized and safe administration.


Safe Storage Recommendations

For maintaining Hydreas effectiveness, keep the tablets at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Proper storage ensures the medicine retains its potency throughout its shelf life.