Dacogen Information

Dacogen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Myelodysplastic Syndrome.

The right dosage of Dacogen depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Dacogen include Pneumonitis. Some other side effects of Dacogen have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Dacogen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Dacogen's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Dacogen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dacogen related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dacogen contraindications section.

Besides this, Dacogen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Dacogen is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Dacogen Benefits & Uses
Dacogen Dosage & How to Take
Dacogen Side Effects
Dacogen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dacogen with Other Drugs
Dacogen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dacogen
Dacogen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dacogen Benefits & Uses

Dacogen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Myelodysplastic Syndrome

Dacogen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Myelodysplastic Syndrome Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Given as a continuous intravenous infusion over 1 hour

Dacogen Related Warnings

Is the use of Dacogen safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Dacogen. If you are pregnant, do not take Dacogen without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Dacogen safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dacogen on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dacogen will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dacogen on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Dacogen. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dacogen on the Liver?

Dacogen may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dacogen on the Heart?

Dacogen is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dacogen with Other Drugs

Dacogen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Celecoxib

Clozapine

Diclofenac

Moderate

Warfarin

Azathioprine

Apixaban

Dacogen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dacogen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Fungal Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Dacogen

Is this Dacogen habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dacogen.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Dacogen since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Dacogen should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Dacogen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dacogen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dacogen

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Dacogen, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dacogen

Information about the interaction of Dacogen and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Dacogen® (decitabine)

Dacogen Injection