• Arabose 1mg Injection is used to treat some kinds of cancers of blood
• It may be also used to treat other conditions, as determined by the doctor
• It is sometimes used with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy
• Arabose 1mg Injection is given as an injection into the vein or under skin by the healthcare professional
• Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it
• This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time
• You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised
• Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects
• It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
• The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, skin ulcer, nausea, vomiting, and hair loss
• This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections or bleeding
• Inform your doctor if you notice chills, unusual bleeding or bruising and black and tarry stools
• Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels.
• Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have bleeding, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections
• Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using
• This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
• The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Uses of Arabose 1mg Injection

• 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
• Arabose 1mg 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.

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Frequestly asked Questions

Is Arabose 1mg Injection a vesicant?

No. Arabose 1mg Injection is not a vesicant (irritant) but should be handled with care.

Is Arabose 1mg Injection ototoxic?

No. Ototoxicity is not reported with use of Arabose 1mg Injection. However, please consult your doctor if you experience such a side effect.

Is Arabose 1mg Injection cytotoxic?

Yes. Arabose 1mg Injection is a cytotoxic drug.

Does Arabose 1mg Injection cause hair loss?

Yes. Arabose 1mg Injection may cause hair loss.

How does Arabose 1mg Injection prevent DNA replication?

Arabose 1mg Injection prevents deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) replication by inhibiting the synthesis of DNA.

Common and Known Side effects of Arabose 1mg Injection

• Rash
• Skin ulcer
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Hair loss
• Abdominal pain
• Anal ulcers
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Decreased white blood cell count
• Fever
• Infection
• Abnormal liver function
• Low blood platelets
• Mouth ulcer
• Pneumonia
• Sepsis
• Mouth sore
• Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)