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Zavedos 25Mg Injection

1 Injection(s) in Injection

MRP ₹6525.00

₹5472.50

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Product Summary

Uses
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Therapy
Anti-neoplastic
Side effects
Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, low blood cells, and mouth or throat sores
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Medical Description

Zavedos injection contains idarubicin, an anthracycline anti cancer agent. It exerts its effect by inserting itself into DNA, blocking key enzymes, and interfering with DNA and RNA synthesis in rapidly dividing cells.

Zavedos injection is primarily used as part of combination chemotherapy for Acute Myeloid Leukemia. It stops cell division and induces programmed cell death in leukemic blast cells.

Common side effects of Zavedos injection include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, temporary hair loss, mouth sores, fatigue, and reddish urine for a short time after treatment, which is usually harmless.

Seek immediate medical help if you develop a fever or infection, unusual bleeding or bruising, chest pain or shortness of breath, pain and redness around your IV line, or severe vomiting.

Zavedos injection is administered by Healthcare professionals via intravenous (IV) injection or slow IV infusion in specialized oncology settings.

Uses

As part of combination chemotherapy for Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML)

Contraindications

Zavedos injection should not be used:
  • If you have a known severe hypersensitivity or systemic allergic reaction to idarubicin, other anthracyclines, or any inactive ingredients in the formulation.
  • If you have severely low blood cell counts that are not due to your underlying cancer or previous cancer treatment.
  • If you have severe liver or kidney problems, depending on your doctor's assessment and the product instructions.
  • If you have severe heart problems that make anthracycline treatment unsafe.
  • Suppose you have an uncontrolled severe infection. Treatment may need to be delayed until the infection is controlled.

Side effects

Very Common Side Effects
  • Low white blood cell, red blood cell, and platelet counts.
  • Increased chances of getting bacterial, viral, or fungal infections.
  • Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, and mouth or throat sores.
  • Temporary loss of hair across the body.
  • Red or pink urine for a short time after treatment, which is usually harmless.
  • Higher liver enzyme levels in blood tests.
Other Common Side Effects
  • Skin rash, itching, or darkening of skin and nails.
  • Fever, headache, chills, and weakness.
  • Irritation, pain, or inflammation near the IV line.
  • Loss of appetite and dehydration, particularly if vomiting or diarrhea is significant.
Serious Side Effects (Seek Immediate Medical Care)
  • Heart failure, irregular heartbeat, or heart muscle damage, which may occur during treatment or months to years after anthracycline exposure.
  • High fever, severe shivering, or life-threatening blood infection (sepsis).
  • IV leakage (extravasation) causing Severe pain, blistering, or tissue damage if the medicine leaks out of the vein.
  • Severe or prolonged bone marrow suppression.
  • Higher risk of developing therapy-related blood cancers, such as leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome, later in life.

Directions for Use

  • Zavedos injection must be administered exclusively by qualified medical personnel trained in the handling and administration of cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs in a specialized hospital or oncology clinic.
  • Do not self-administer this medication.

Storage and disposal

  • Store idarubicin vials according to the manufacturer's specified storage conditions
  • Preparation, handling, and disposal must strictly adhere to hazardous waste handling procedures by authorized hospital staff.

Quick Tips

  • Expect your urine to turn reddish for a few days after infusion; this is temporary.
  • Practice personal hygiene and avoid crowds and individuals with active infections.
  • Report any chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden swelling, or fast heartbeats to your oncology team immediately.
  • Maintain oral hygiene with a soft toothbrush to reduce mouth sores
  • Attend all scheduled blood tests and cardiac assessments recommended by your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Because Zavedos injection is given by healthcare professionals according to a prescribed chemotherapy dose, overdose is uncommon.If an overdose occurs, treatment will be stopped, and urgent medical care and close monitoring will be provided.

Missed a Dose

Because Zavedos injection is administered as a structured treatment cycle in an oncology clinic, missed or delayed infusion appointments should be rescheduled immediately with your attending medical team.

How does this medicine work?

Zavedos injection inserts directly into DNA, blocking certain enzymes, stopping DNA replication and RNA transcription, causing DNA breaks, and triggering cell death in rapidly proliferating leukemic cells.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Medicines that can affect the heart, including other anthracyclines and some targeted cancer medicines, may increase the risk of heart damage with idarubicin.
  • Avoid live vaccines during treatment because idarubicin can weaken the immune system and increase the risk of infection.
  • Other medicines that reduce blood cell production may increase the risk of severe low blood cell counts.
  • Medicines that affect liver function may change the amount of idarubicin in your body.
  • Tell your doctor about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, supplements, and herbal products you take.

Interactions with food items

Since Zavedos injection is administered intravenously, food intake does not impact systemic drug absorption.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Idarubicin is red in colour and can temporarily make urine appear reddish after treatment as the medicine and its metabolites are eliminated. This is usually harmless, but report persistent or worsening blood-coloured urine to your doctor.
Heart function is monitored using echocardiograms (ECHO) or MUGA scans as advised by your doctor before starting treatment and regularly throughout therapy.
Yes. Hair loss is common with idarubicin, but hair usually begins to regrow within a few weeks to months after chemotherapy is completed.
Extravasation occurs when IV medication leaks into surrounding tissue during administration. Because idarubicin can cause severe tissue injury, this may lead to inflammation, blistering, ulceration, or tissue necrosis. Report any pain, burning, swelling, or redness at the injection site immediately.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:ZAVEDOS

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