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How To Use

Side Effects

Precautions

Missed Dose

Drug Interactions

Hydrea

Uses
Hydroxyurea is used to treat certain types of cancer or blood disorders. This medication may also be used for chronic urinary tract infections or certain cases of psoriasis.
Notes

Keep all doctor appointments.
Frequent blood tests will be done to monitor your progress.

Storage

Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.

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Hydrea
HYDREA-HYDROXYUREA

How To Use

This is a potent medication.
Take it exactly as prescribed.
Unless your doctor instructs you otherwise, drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication.
This helps your kidneys remove the drug from your body and minimize some of the side effects.
If you cannot swallow capsules, you may empty the contents into a glass of water and drink it immediately.
Be careful not to touch or inhale the drug powder if you open the capsule.
Do not stop taking this medication, even if you feel nauseated or experience vomiting.
If you vomit shortly after a dose, contact your doctor.

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, rash, itchiness, constipation and drowsiness are common side effects.
Changes in diet, such as eating several small meals or limited activity may help lessen some of these effects.
In some cases, drug therapy may be necessary to prevent or relieve nausea and vomiting.
Contact your doctor without delay if you experience any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, cough, lower back or side pain, painful or difficult urination, tiredness or weakness, sores in mouth or on lips, sores (ulcers) on legs, unusual bleeding or bruising, black, tarry stools, blood in urine or stools, small red spots on the skin (especially on the face), rash, confusion, dizziness, convulsions, hallucinations, headache, joint pain, swelling of feet or lower legs.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of blood disorders (e.g., anemia), liver or kidney problems, of any infections, if you have previously had cancer treatments and of any allergies you may have.
Use caution with sharp objects like safety razors or nail cutters and avoid activities such as contact sports in order to lower the chance of getting cut, bruised or injured.
Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine.
Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug and may require a lower dosing.
Birth control measures are recommended for use in men and women while taking this medication.
Hydroxyurea is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
Consult your doctor before using this medication.
This medication is excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant.
Do not breast-feed while using hydroxyurea.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, do not take the missed dose at all.
Instead resume your regular dosing schedule.
Do not double the doses to catch up.
Check with your doctor.

Drug Interactions

Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of medications to treat gout and of anti-cancer drugs.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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