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Azacytin Injection
Composition: Azacitidine 100mg
Manufacturer: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
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Azacytin Injection is an injection-form medicine containing Azacitidine 100mg. It is positioned in the cancer medicines category and is used in health management as directed by a qualified medical professional.
About Azacytin Injection
Azacytin Injection is an injection-form medicine containing Azacitidine 100mg. It is positioned in the cancer medicines category and is used in health management as directed by a qualified medical professional.
The active ingredient in Azacytin Injection is Azacitidine 100mg. Active ingredients are the components in a medicine that produce its intended therapeutic effect, and the same active ingredient may appear in many brand names across India at different price points.
Azacytin Injection is manufactured and marketed in India by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. Like every medicine sold in India, it is regulated by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and must meet the quality standards specified in the Indian Pharmacopoeia.
Azacytin Injection is supplied in a pack of 4 ml. The maximum retail price (MRP) is ₹5761.17; the listed price in our medicine dataset is ₹4493.14, about 22% below MRP. Prices vary between pharmacies and cities. As an injection-form medicine, Azacytin Injection should be stored, handled and used following the form-specific guidance below.
Azacytin Injection is a prescription medicine in India. A valid prescription from a qualified medical professional is required to purchase it, and the medicine should only be used under medical supervision so that the dose, duration and monitoring are appropriate for the specific condition being treated.
Always use Azacytin Injection exactly as advised by a qualified medical professional. Do not exceed the recommended dose, do not extend the course beyond what is prescribed, and do not share the medicine with family members even if their symptoms appear similar.
Uses & Benefits
Use in health management
Symptom-directed treatment as part of a broader plan
Adjunct therapy where cancer medicines treatment is indicated
Short-course management under the guidance of a qualified medical professional
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How to Use
To be administered by a healthcare professional only. Do not self-inject unless trained. Follow the prescribed route of administration.
Doctor first: Always confirm dosage with a qualified doctor based on your weight, age, and conditions.
Side Effects
Side effects listed in drug-label data (SIDER/OnSIDES) for Azacitidine. A listing means the reaction appears in label data, not how often it happens, so ask your pharmacist or doctor which of these apply to you:
Breathlessness (dyspnoea)
Nausea
Vomiting
Constipation
Rash
Abdominal pain
Diarrhoea
Tiredness (fatigue)
Rarely, more serious reactions that require stopping the medicine and seeking medical help
Not a complete list. Consult a qualified doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Which of these might YOU face?Safety Advice
- Tell every clinician you see about every medicine you take - including Azacytin Injection, supplements, ayurvedic preparations and OTC products - so that drug interactions can be checked. GoDavaii's AI cross-checks against a 93,000+ pair interaction database whenever you add a new medicine.
- Our U.S. FDA drug-label data for Azacitidine has sections on warnings and precautions, contraindications (when it should not be used), how it works (clinical pharmacology) and overdose. That label is written for the U.S. market, so ask your pharmacist how it applies to the product you have.
- Use as directed by a qualified medical professional.
- In pregnancy or while breastfeeding, do not start Azacytin Injection on your own. The decision should be made by a qualified medical professional based on the specific trimester, the condition being treated, and the safety category of the active ingredient.
- Keep Azacytin Injection out of reach of children. Accidental ingestion of even one extra dose can be dangerous in small children.
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose - in that case, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular schedule. Never double up to make up for a missed dose.
Safe for you?
This is general info. Whether it's safe for YOU is a different question.
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Storage
Store as per label instructions. Some injections require refrigeration. Check expiry before use.
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Not medical advice
This is educational information about Azacytin Injection. For diagnosis, prescriptions, or personal advice, consult a qualified doctor. For emergencies, call 112.
Frequently Asked Questions
Azacytin Injection is an injection-form medicine used in health management. It contains Azacitidine 100mg as the active ingredient. Use it under the supervision of a qualified medical professional so that the dose and duration are right for your situation.
Drug-label data (SIDER/OnSIDES) for Azacitidine lists reactions such as breathlessness (dyspnoea), nausea, vomiting, constipation, rash, abdominal pain, diarrhoea and tiredness (fatigue). A listing means the reaction appears in label data; it does not say how often it happens or whether it will affect you. Rarely, more serious reactions can occur that need you to stop the medicine and seek medical help. Ask your pharmacist or a qualified medical professional about any new or unusual symptom.
Our medicine dataset lists Azacytin Injection at about ₹4493.14, against an MRP of ₹5761.17 (about 22% below MRP) for a pack of 4 ml. Prices vary between pharmacies and cities, so confirm the current price at your pharmacy. The GoDavaii app can show medicines with the same composition.
No. Azacytin Injection is a prescription medicine and requires a valid prescription from a registered medical professional in India. This safeguard exists because the dose, duration and monitoring need to be matched to your specific condition - self-medication can cause harm.
To be administered by a healthcare professional only. Do not self-inject unless trained. Follow the prescribed route of administration. The exact dose and frequency for Azacytin Injection should be set by a qualified medical professional based on your age, weight, condition and other medicines you take. Do not change the dose on your own.
Do not start Azacytin Injection on your own during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The decision depends on the specific trimester, the condition being treated and the safety category of the active ingredient (Azacitidine 100mg). A qualified medical professional should weigh the benefits against the risks for your specific situation. GoDavaii's pregnancy-safety checker can give you an instant first-pass view.
If you miss a dose of Azacytin Injection, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose - in that case, skip the missed dose and resume the regular schedule. Never take a double dose to make up. If you miss several doses, get in touch with the prescribing clinician for advice on whether to restart from the beginning or continue.
Yes. Like most medicines, Azacytin Injection can interact with other prescription medicines, OTC products, supplements and even some foods or herbal preparations. The safest approach is to enter every medicine you take into GoDavaii's drug interaction checker, which covers 93,000+ verified pairs and flags both major and minor interactions.
Yes - the same active ingredient (Azacitidine 100mg) is available in many brand and unbranded generic forms in India, often at significantly different prices for clinically equivalent quality. GoDavaii's generic alternatives feature shows Azacytin Injection's equivalents side-by-side with current prices.
Stop Azacytin Injection and get medical help right away if you develop any of the following: difficulty breathing, swelling of the face/lips/tongue, severe rash with blistering, sudden chest pain, fainting, persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing of the eyes or skin, or any symptom that feels severe or unusual. These are red flags that need in-person evaluation, not self-treatment.
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