Drug: Vidaza |
azacitidine (pronounced ay-za-SITE-i-deen) |
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| Common Side Effects: abdominal pain and tenderness, anxiety, bloody nose, chest pain, constipation, cough, decreased appetite, depression, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, headache, insomnia, malaise, muscle or joint pain, nausea, pain, pain at the injection site, rash, redness or bruising at the injection site, respiratory infection, runny nose, skin lesion, sore throat, sweating, weakness, weight loss, vomiting. |
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| Less Common Side Effects: abdominal bloating; bleeding gums; inflammation of connective tissue; difficulty swallowing; dry skin, tissue mass or nodule, itching, pigmentation, or swelling at injection site; hemorrhoids; hives; increased heart rate; loose stools; low blood pressure; mouth sores; muscle cramps; nasal congestion; painful urination; postnasal drip; inflamed sinuses; skin nodules; swelling; tongue ulceration; upset stomach; urinary tract infection; night sweats. |
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| Missed Dose: Don't take an extra dose to make up for the missed dose. Contact your health care provider for dosing instructions. |
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| Drug Interactions: Combining certain medications may alter their actions or produce unwanted effects. Tell your health care provider about other prescription medications, nonprescription medications, herbs, and supplements you're taking."
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