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  1. Hydroxycarbamide
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    Hydroxyurea Uses, Side Effects & Warnings - Drugs.com

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    Hydroxyurea Side Effects

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    Warnings

    Both men and women using hydroxyurea should use birth control to prevent pregnancy.The use of hydroxyurea by either parent may cause birth defects. Using hydroxyure… See more

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    Before Taking This Medicine

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  1. Hydroxyurea

    Common brand names: Droxia, Hydrea, Siklos

    This medication is used by people with sickle cell anemia to reduce the number of painful crises caused by the disease and to reduce the need for blood transfusions. Some brands are also used to treat certain types of cancer (such as chronic myelogenous leukemia, squamous cell carcinomas).

    May Treat: Chronic myelocytic leukemia · Squamous cell carcinoma of head and neck

    Brand Names: Droxia · Hydrea · Siklos · Mylocel

    Drug Class: Antineoplastic - Antimetabolite - Urea Derivatives

    Availability: Prescription Required

    Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. This medication may be harmful to an unborn child.

    Lactation: This drug should not be given to breastfeeding mothers

    Precautions

    • Do not take while breast feeding or when pregnant
    • Wash hands before and after using
    • Do not chew or crush
    • Swallow capsules whole.
    • Pregnant women should not touch this medicine.
    • Call MD for fatigue/sore throat/infection/bleeding
    • The drug may increase the risk of getting cancer.
    • Lab tests may be ordered to monitor therapy
    • Tell doctor your complete medical history

    For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.

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  3. Mayo Clinic
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    Hydroxyurea (oral route) - Mayo Clinic

     
  4. Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydroxycarbamide

    Hydroxycarbamide - Wikipedia

  5. WebMD
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    Hydroxyurea - Uses, Side Effects, and More - WebMD

    Hydroxyurea is a medication used to treat sickle cell anemia and some types of cancer. It can cause serious side effects such as low blood counts, infections, and cancers. Learn how to use it safely and what precautions to take.

  6. Healthline
    https://www.healthline.com/health/drugs/hydroxyurea-oral-capsule

    Hydroxyurea: Side Effects, Dosage, Uses, and More - Healthline

  7. MedlinePlus
    https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682004.html

    Hydroxyurea: MedlinePlus Drug Information

  8. Cleveland Clinic
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/18910-h

    Hydroxyurea Capsules: Uses & Side Effects - Cleveland Clinic

  9. MedicineNet
    https://www.medicinenet.com/hydroxyurea-oral/article.htm

    hydroxyurea (Hydrea, Droxia) Uses, Side Effects & Dosage

  10. Medicine.com
    https://www.medicine.com/drug/hydroxyurea/hcp

    Hydroxyurea: Dosage, Mechanism/Onset of Action, Half-Life

  11. Drugs.com
    https://www.drugs.com/dosage/hydroxyurea.html

    Hydroxyurea Dosage Guide + Max Dose, Adjustments - Drugs.com