Myelostat 500 mg Tab(Hydroxyurea)

Myelostat 500 mg Tab(Hydroxyurea) 

Myelostat is manufactured by Zydus Pharma which consists of Hydroxyurea as a main ingredient. This is used in the treatment of head, neck cancer and sickle cell anemia. It works by blocking an enzyme called Ribonucleotide reductase(RBCs)  which is required for synthesis of DNA. This situation helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of cancer cells. RBCs attains normal shape and improves the blood flow and protect against complications like painful sickle cell episodes.
Take the duration of this drug as per the prescripted by the doctor. Never go for overdose if you miss any dose instead skip that and wait for the next dosage time. Be cautious about the side effects caused by Myelostat.

     Substitutes available
1. Hondrea 500 mg Tab(by Alkem Laboratories) 
2. Cytodrox 500 mg Tab(by Cipla Ltd)
3. Hydrogem 500 mg Capsule(by Neon Laboratories Ltd.)