Natulan 50Mg Strip Of 50 Capsules
50 Capsule(s) in StripMRP ₹12.00
₹9.12
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ROCHE LIMITED
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Product Summary
| Uses | Hodgkin's disease |
| Therapy | Anti-neoplastic |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, skin rashes |
| Salt Content | Procarbazine(50.0 Mg) |
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Medical Description
Natulan capsule anti-cancer medicine. It contains procarbazine and belongs to a class of medicines called antineoplastic agents. It is indicated, along with other anticancer medicines, for certain patients with Hodgkin's disease. It contains procarbazine. It belongs to a class of medicines called antineoplastic alkylating agents. It works by inhibiting protein, RNA, and DNA synthesis, thereby interfering with the growth and multiplication of rapidly dividing cells.
Natulan capsule can cause bone marrow suppression, leading to low blood cell counts, increased infection risk, anaemia, and bleeding. Your doctor will monitor blood counts regularly. Report fever, chills, sore throat, unusual bleeding or bruising, or severe tiredness promptly.
Take Natulan capsule exactly as prescribed, at the same time each day, and do not change or stop the dose without medical advice. Report persistent mouth ulcers or soreness, as treatment may need adjustment.
Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, dry mouth, constipation, and fatigue. Serious effects may include liver problems, lung inflammation, and neurological symptoms such as numbness, tingling, confusion, or unsteadiness.
Tell your doctor about any liver, kidney, blood, or other serious health problems. Avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding during treatment as advised by your doctor. Avoid driving if you experience dizziness, confusion, or weakness. Avoid alcohol and tyramine-rich foods such as aged cheese and certain fermented foods, as advised during treatment.
Uses
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity (allergy) to Natulan capsule or any of the ingredients in the capsule.
- Inadequate bone marrow reserve.
Side effects
- Low white blood cell count (leukopenia), low red blood cell count (anaemia), and low platelet count (thrombocytopenia)
- Nausea and vomiting
- Loss of appetite, dry mouth, constipation, abdominal pain, difficulty swallowing
- Headache, dizziness, unsteadiness while walking, tremors, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness
- Skin rash, itching, hair loss, darkening of the skin, flushing
- Joint or muscle pain
- Fever, sweating, chills, trouble sleeping, hoarseness, slurred speech
- Low blood pressure, fast heart rate, fainting
- Mood changes such as nervousness, apprehension, or depression
- Enlargement of breast tissue in boys who have not yet completed puberty
- A drop in blood counts can increase the risk of serious infection, bleeding, or severe anaemia.
- Liver problems
- Lung inflammation
- Severe allergic reactions.
- Mouth ulcers or persistent soreness of the mouth
- Eye problems, including blurred or double vision, sensitivity to light, or difficulty focusing, have been reported.
- Blood in the urine
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Alcohol
Driving
Other General Warnings
- You develop fever, chills, or signs of infection
- You notice unusual bruising, bleeding gums, blood in your urine or stool, or tiny red/purple spots on your skin.
- You feel unusually tired, breathless, or pale.
- You develop mouth ulcers or persistent mouth soreness.
- You have frequent, watery bowel movements.
- You have a history of heart or blood pressure problems.
- You have lung disease or develop new breathing symptoms.
Directions for Use
- Natulan capsule are taken by mouth (orally).
- Swallow the capsules whole with a glass of water. Do not open, crush, chew, or dissolve the capsules unless your doctor specifically tells you to.
- You can generally take the medicine with or without food.
- Do not change, increase, reduce, skip, or stop your dose on your own. Always follow your doctor's instructions, and speak to your treating team before making any changes.
Storage and disposal
- Store Natulan capsule at room temperature.
- Keep the capsules in their original, tightly closed, light-resistant container.
- Store out of the reach and sight of children and pets.
- Do not use capsules that are past their expiry date or that look damaged or discoloured.
Quick Tips
- Take Natulan capsule exactly as prescribed, at the same time each day, and never change or stop the dose without speaking to your doctor.
- Attend all scheduled blood tests to closely monitor your white cells, red cells, and platelets during treatment.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you develop fever, unusual bruising or bleeding, mouth ulcers, or watery diarrhoea.
- Completely avoid alcohol and high-tyramine foods such as wine, aged cheese, yogurt, and bananas during treatment.
- Tell your doctor about all other medicines, supplements, or herbal products before starting or during treatment, do not start anything new on your own.
- Avoid driving or using machinery if you feel dizzy, drowsy, or unsteady.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Alcohol: Natulan capsule may cause a disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol. Avoid alcohol completely during treatment.
- Sympathomimetics, tricyclic antidepressants, and tyramine-rich foods: Natulan capsule has MAO-inhibitory activity and may cause dangerous increases in blood pressure or other serious reactions. Avoid these combinations as advised by your doctor.
- Other chemotherapy or radiotherapy: May increase the risk of severe bone marrow suppression when given with Natulan capsule.
- CNS depressants: Medicines such as barbiturates, sedating antihistamines, opioids, and phenothiazines may increase drowsiness and sedation.
- Inform your doctor about all prescription and OTC medicines, vitamins, supplements, and herbal products you take before and during treatment.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:NATULAN
Manufacturer Name:ROCHE LIMITED
Address:<p>1. 1503, 15th Floor, ‘The Capital’, Plot no. C-70, Behind ICICI Bank, BKC, Bandra (E) , Mumbai 400051</p>
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Natulan 50 MG Capsule (50) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
In Case of Any Issues Contact Us
Email Id:care@pharmeasy.in
Phone Number:7666100300
Address:D-37/1, Opp. Sandoz, TTC Industrial Area, MIDC Industrial Area, Turbhe, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400703
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