Azzure Injection 1's

Azzure Injection 1's belongs to the group of medicines called anti-metabolites used in adults with higher-risk myelodysplastic syndromes, chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia, and acute myeloid leukaemia. These conditions affect the bone marrow and could cause problems with normal blood cell production. 
 
Azzure Injection 1's contains Azacitidine, which works by preventing cancer cells from growing. It helps the bone marrow in the production of normal blood cells and kills abnormal cells in the bone marrow.
 
In some cases, Azzure Injection 1's may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, weakness, headache, and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. Do not be reluctant to talk with your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Do not use Azzure Injection 1's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult a doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment with Azzure Injection 1's. This medicine is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Azzure Injection 1's belongs to the group of medicines called anti-metabolites used to treat myelodysplastic syndromes, chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia, and acute myeloid leukaemia. Azzure Injection 1's contains Azacitidine, a nucleoside metabolic inhibitor which works by preventing cancer cells from growing. It incorporates into the genetic material of the cells and interferes with the production of new DNA and RNA. This helps correct problems with the maturation and growth of young blood cells in the bone marrow, which causes myelodysplastic disorders.

• Reduced blood count (red blood count, white blood count, and platelets)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Headache
• Tiredness
• Dizziness
• Pneumonia
• Injection site reaction (redness, pain or a skin reaction).

Do not use Azzure Injection 1's if you are allergic to any of its components, have advanced liver cancer, or are breastfeeding. Inform the doctor if you have a low number of platelets, red or white blood cells, heart condition or heart attack, lung, kidney or liver diseases. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms of liver failure (jaundice, abdominal bloating, shaking, drowsiness, and easy bruising), kidney failure (back pain, increased thirst, swelling of legs and feet, reduced passing of water, dizziness, rapid pulse, nausea, vomiting, reduced appetite, confusion, fatigue or restlessness), fever, pneumonia (shortness of breath or chest pain accompanied with fever), low levels of platelets (bleeding such as blood in stools due to bleeding in the stomach), or allergic reaction (rash, difficulty breathing, itching, or swelling of lips).

• Your doctor will recommend blood tests prior to treatment with Azzure Injection 1's and at the start of each cycle to check blood cell count, liver and kidney functioning.
• Women must use reliable contraception during treatment and for six months after receiving the last dose.
• Male patients are advised to use effective contraception during treatment and for three months after stopping the treatment.
• If you are due to undergo any surgery, including dental surgery, inform the doctor/dentist that you are on treatment with Azzure Injection 1's.

• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Include vegetables and fruits in your diet.
• Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugar.
• Get optimal sleep; rest well.
• Drink enough water and eat a balanced diet.