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Prescriptions Dispensed from Canada * are Dispensed by:
Candrug
ID#18985
604.543.8711
Pharmacy Manager:
Amarjit Mann
Pharmacy Address:
202A, 8322-130th Street
Surrey, BC
Canada
V3W 8J9
Toll Free:1-866-995-7387
(*Not all prescriptions dispensed by Candrug.)
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Chemical Name: Hydroxyurea
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Hydrea
Information
Cancer medication Hydrea (Hydroxyurea) is an antineoplastic used to treat certain types of cancer. Hydrea (Hydroxyurea) may also be used to treat sickle cell anemia and other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Hydrea
Side Effects
Hydrea side effects, that may go away during treatment, include nausea, loss of appetite, constipation, drowsiness, redness of the face, or hair loss. If Hydrea side effects continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience Hydrea side effects like skin rash, vomiting, diarrhea, unusual bruising or bleeding, sores on the mouth or lips, painful urination, lower back or abdominal pain, blood in the urine, persistent cough, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, fever, chills, or sore throat. If you notice other Hydrea side effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are being treated with Hydrea (Hydroxyurea). BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Hydrea (Hydroxyurea). DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know which are the Hydrea side effects and how you react to Hydrea (Hydroxyurea). Using Hydrea (Hydroxyurea) alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may result in Hydrea side effects like lessening your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Hydrea (Hydroxyurea) LOWERS YOUR RESISTANCE to infection. To prevent infection, avoid contact with people who have colds or other infections. Do not touch your eyes or the inside of your nose unless you have thoroughly washed your hands first. Hydrea (Hydroxyurea) MAY result in Hydrea side effects like REDUCtion of THE NUMBER OF BLOOD CELLS NEEDED FOR CLOTTING. To prevent bleeding, avoid situations where bruising or injury may occur. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE HAVING IMMUNIZATIONS (VACCINATIONS) while you are using this medicine. Hydrea side effects may CAUSE HARM to the human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.
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