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Cytarabine is an anti-cell breakdown agent which is a kind of cancer drug.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Anti cell breakdown drug

Brands

Cytosar U • ARA C • Cytosar • Laracit

Side Effects

Common

Dizziness
Alopecia
Vomiting
Chest pain
Itchy rash
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Fever
Nausea
Itching or burning
Headache
Loss of appetite
Hair loss
Rash
Reduced appetite
Itchy skin
Chest pain or discomfort

Serious

Liver dysfunction
Loss of vision
Vision loss

Treats

Chronic myelogenous leukemia
2.7
46 reviews
Leukemia
Condition

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