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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 22, 2024 | 7:37 PM IST
Leukocel 500mg Capsule is used to treat head and neck cancer and sickle cell anemia (blocking the flow of blood that causes pain and organ damage). It works by blocking an enzyme that is required for growing cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing. In sickle cell disease, it works by increasing fetal hemoglobin (HbF) (hemoglobin of unborn baby) levels in red blood cells (RBCs). This helps the RBCs accept a normal shape, recovers the flow of blood, and protects against problems like painful sickle cell attacks. It may cause side effects such as loss of appetite (feeling unwell and stomach upset), increased bleeding tendency, nausea, upset stomach, vomiting.
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Synonym :

HYDROXYCARBAMIDE

Composition :

HYDROXYUREA-500MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Celon Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Leukocel 500mg Capsule

Leukocel 500mg Capsule belongs to a group of classes known as an antimetabolite. It is an anticancer medicine used to treat head and neck cancer and sickle cell anemia (blocking the flow of blood that causes pain and organ damage). Head and neck cancer is a disease including abnormal growth of the tissues of the neck and head that may also have the ability to attack or spread to other portions of the body. Sickle cell anemia is a disease in which your body results in abnormally shaped red blood cells. The cells are shaped like a curved or sickle.

In cancer, Leukocel 500mg Capsule works by blocking an enzyme that is required for growing cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing. In sickle cell disease, it works by increasing fetal hemoglobin (HbF) (hemoglobin of unborn baby) levels in red blood cells (RBCs). This helps the RBCs accept a normal shape, recovers the flow of blood, and protects against problems like painful sickle cell attacks.

Take Leukocel 500mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Leukocel 500mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience loss of appetite (feeling unwell and stomach upset), Increased bleeding tendency, nausea, upset stomach, vomiting. Most of these side effects of Leukocel 500mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting Leukocel 500mg Capsule , please inform your doctor if you have any allergy, kidney disease, liver disease, injury on your legs, HIV or AIDS, high level of uric acid in your blood, and treatment with chemotherapy or radiation. Leukocel 500mg Capsule may increase the chances of other cancer. Inform your doctor about this risk. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant because this Leukocel 500mg Capsule can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Leukocel 500mg Capsule should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. The use of this Leukocel 500mg Capsule by either parent may results in birth defects. You should not take this Leukocel 500mg Capsule during breastfeeding, inform your doctor if you take Leukocel 500mg Capsule .

Uses of Leukocel 500mg Capsule

Treatment of Head and neck cancer and sickle cell anemia (blocking flow of blood that causes pain and organ damage).

Medicinal Benefits

Leukocel 500mg Capsule belongs to a group of the class known as an antimetabolite. It is used to treat head and neck cancer and sickle cell anemia (blocking the flow of blood that causes pain and organ damage). In cancer, Leukocel 500mg Capsule works by blocking an enzyme that is required for growing cells. This prevents the cancer cells from multiplying and growing. In sickle cell disease, it works by increasing fetal hemoglobin (HbF) (hemoglobin of unborn baby) levels in red blood cells (RBCs). This helps the RBCs accept a normal shape, recovers the flow of blood, and protects against problems like painful sickle cell attacks.

Side Effects of Leukocel 500mg Capsule

  • Loss of appetite (feeling unwell and stomach upset)

  • Increased bleeding tendency

  • Nausea

  • Upset stomach

  • Vomiting

Directions for Use

Take Leukocel 500mg Capsule as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water. Do not crush, break or chew it. Wash your hands before and after handling the bottle containing Leukocel 500mg Capsule . Crushed or broken pill can be unsafe if it gets in your mouth, nose, eyes, or on your skin. If this happens, wash your skin with water and soap or wash your eyes with water.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Before taking Leukocel 500mg Capsule inform your doctor if you have any kind of infection because Leukocel 500mg Capsule may worsen the infections. Talk to your doctor if you have any allergy symptoms. Kidney disease, liver disease, injury on your legs, HIV or AIDS, high level of uric acid in your blood, and treatment with chemotherapy or radiation inform your doctor. Leukocel 500mg Capsule may increase the chances of other cancer. Inform your doctor about this risk. Immediately contact your doctor if you are pregnant because this Leukocel 500mg Capsule can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Leukocel 500mg Capsule should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. The use of this Leukocel 500mg Capsule by either parent may result in birth defects. You should not take this Leukocel 500mg Capsule during breastfeeding, inform your doctor if you take Leukocel 500mg Capsule . If any powder from a damaged pill is leaked, wash it up at once with a wet paper towel and throw the towel away in a closed plastic bag where children cannot get to it.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIMETABOLITES

Drug-Drug Interactions

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HydroxycarbamideBupivacaine
Severe
HydroxycarbamideFingolimod
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take Leukocel 500mg Capsule at the same time daily, either with or without a meal.
  • It is recommended to remain hydrated and drink a lot of fluids while taking Leukocel 500mg Capsule .
  • Do not miss any dose and finish the course as recommended by your doctor.
  • Use an efficient method of birth control to prevent pregnancy while taking this Leukocel 500mg Capsule .
  • Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to monitor your liver function, electrolyte levels, blood cell count in your blood.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Leukocel 500mg Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Leukocel 500mg Capsule as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include darkening of the skin, sores in the mouth and throat and pain, redness, swelling, and scaling on the hands and feet. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No 264, Patrika Nagar Madhapur, Hitech City Hyderabad, Telangana India - 500081
Other Info - LEU0138

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