Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml

Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines called 'antimetabolites' used to treat breast, colon, rectum, pancreatic and stomach/gastric cancer. Cancer is a disease in which cells divide uncontrollably. Cancer can be localized (benign) or spread to the whole body (metastasized). 

Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml contains 'Fluorouracil' that works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing and eventually kills them.

In some cases, Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml may cause nausea, vomiting, weakness, loss of appetite, increased risk of infection, hair loss, diarrhoea, decreased blood cells, and mouth ulcers. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you have a metabolic disorder called DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase) deficiency, heart problems, bone marrow depression, kidney disease, liver disease, or if you are on treatment with chemotherapy or radiation. Avoid taking Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both women and men on treatment with Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. 

Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines called 'antimetabolites' used to treat breast, colon, rectum, pancreatic and stomach/gastric cancer. Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml contains 'Fluorouracil' that works by interfering with the growth of genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing and eventually kills them.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Loss of appetite
• Increased risk of infection
• Hair loss
• Diarrhoea
• Decreased blood cells 
• Mouth ulcer

Inform your doctor if you have any infection, a metabolic disorder called DPD (dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase) deficiency, heart problems, bone marrow depression, kidney disease, liver disease, or if you are on treatment with chemotherapy or radiation. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant because Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Women and men using Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. The use of Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml by either parent may result in congenital disabilities. Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml should be used with caution in elderly patients. If you have had leukaemia (blood cancer) and are in remission, do not take live vaccines for three months after your last chemotherapy.

• METHOTREXATE
• CISPLATIN
• CYTARABINE
• MITOMYCIN
• TAMOXIFEN
• METRONIDAZOLE
• ALLOPURINOL
• CIMETIDINE
• WARFARIN
• INTERFERON ALFA
• PHENYTOIN
• RUBELLA (LIVE ATTENUATED)
• MUMPS (LIVE ATTENUATED)
• MEASLES (LIVE ATTENUATED)
• BACILLUS CALMETTE-GUERIN(BCG) VACCINE
• SHINGLES VACCINE
• CALCIUM LEUCOVORIN
• BRIVUDINE
• SORIVUDINE

• Your doctor may suggest routine blood tests to monitor your liver function, electrolyte levels, and blood cell count.
• Consult a doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection, fever, diarrhoea, chills, etc.
• Women of childbearing potential and men with partners of childbearing potential must use an effective method of contraception while on treatment with Raciwel 250 Injection 5 ml and for at least three months afterwards. Please consult your doctor for any concerns regarding this.

• Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs in your diet.
• Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.
• Get optimal sleep, and rest well.