Acodamust Injection is used to treat cancer of the lymphatic system such as Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL). It may also be used to treat other types of cancer as determined by your doctor. It can be used alone, or together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Acodamust Injection is used in the treatment of many types of cancer

Uses of Acodamust Injection

Benefits of Acodamust Injection

In Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a cancer of the white blood cells in our body, also called mantle-cell lymphoma. White blood cells are those cells that help us to fight infections. Acodamust Injection helps to restrict cancer growth and also blocks the action of other chemicals that are required for cancer growth and further spread. Avoid being in crowds and wash your hands often to prevent any infections. Have plenty of fluids, unless otherwise advised by the doctor not to.

In Blood cancer

Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Acodamust Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

In Multiple myeloma

If you have multiple myeloma, your body is destroying bone faster than it is being replaced. This makes bones weak and painful and more likely to break. Acodamust Injection may be prescribed along with other cancer treatments such as chemotherapy. It is an important part of your treatment and increases the survival rate of people with multiple myeloma. This medicine will kill the cancerous cells and prevent their further growth as well as spread to other parts of the body. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the most benefit. Supplements of calcium and Vitamin D3 are also effective and may be prescribed if you do not have high blood calcium levels.

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Side effects of Acodamust Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Acodamust

Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Decreased white blood cell count
Infection
Fatigue
Nausea
Fever
Vomiting
Low blood platelets
Mucosal inflammation

How to use Acodamust Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acodamust Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acodamust Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Acodamust Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Acodamust Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Acodamust Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Acodamust Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Acodamust Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acodamust Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Acodamust Injection is given as an injection into vein under the supervision of a doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Mechlorethamine Derivative, Alkylating Agent, {Nitrogen Mustard Drug}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Alkylating agent

Patient concerns

Non Hodgkin lymphoma of defuss large b cells

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

I am very much experienced in treating DLBCL

Symptoms of lymphoma And blood cancer

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Symptoms could be like fever, weight loss, anorexia, lymphadenopathy.

Report shows higher esr value what should i do.

Dr. Priyanka Shekhar

General Practitioner

A very high ESR usually has an obvious cause, such as a severe infection, marked by an increase in globulins, polymyalgia rheumatica or temporal arteritis. A health practitioner will typically use other follow-up tests, such as blood cultures, depending on the person's symptoms. People with multiple myeloma or Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia (tumors that make large amounts of immunoglobulins) typically have very high ESRs even if they don't have inflammationNeed to correlate clinicallyKindly consult your doctor

FAQs

Is Acodamust Injection safe?

Acodamust Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

How does Acodamust Injection work?

Acodamust Injection works by destroying the DNA, thus killing the existing cancer cells and also preventing the growth and spread of new cancer cells.

Is Acodamust Injection a vesicant?

Acodamust Injection has vesicant properties and can seriously damage skin and underlying fat if leaks during administration.

Does Acodamust Injection cause hair loss/constipation?

Yes, hair loss and constipation are the common side effects of Acodamust Injection.

Does Acodamust Injection cross blood brain barrier?

Yes, Acodamust Injection crosses the blood brain barrier, and may be used to treat cancers spread to the brain.

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Related lab tests

Albumin/Globulin Ratio, Serum

Calcium

Complete Blood Count

Kidney Function Test

Peripheral Smear Examination

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Acodamust Injection

Product introduction

Uses of Acodamust Injection

Benefits of Acodamust Injection

In Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

In Blood cancer

In Multiple myeloma

Side effects of Acodamust Injection

Common side effects of Acodamust

How to use Acodamust Injection

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

Is Acodamust Injection safe?

How does Acodamust Injection work?

Is Acodamust Injection a vesicant?

Does Acodamust Injection cause hair loss/constipation?

Does Acodamust Injection cross blood brain barrier?

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