Procarbazine
Generic name: procarbazine [ pro-CAR-ba-zeen ]
Brand name: Matulane
Dosage form: oral capsule (50 mg)
Drug class:Miscellaneous antineoplastics
What is procarbazine?
Procarbazine is given with other cancer medicines to treat Hodgkin's Disease (a type of blood cancer).
Procarbazine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Procarbazine can increase your risk of bleeding or infection. Call your doctor if you have unusual bruising or bleeding, or new signs of infection (fever, chills, mouth sores, pale skin).
Before taking this medicine
You should not take procarbazine if you are allergic to it, or if you have bone marrow suppression.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
kidney disease;
anemia (low red blood cells);
low levels of platelets in the blood;
low white blood cell counts;
fluid retention; or
if you have received other cancer medications or radiation within the past 30 days.
Procarbazine may harm an unborn baby. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant.
procarbazine may affect fertility (ability to have children) in men.
You should not breastfeed while you are taking procarbazine.
How should I take procarbazine?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Procarbazine can increase your risk of bleeding or infection. You will need frequent medical tests. Your cancer treatments may be delayed based on the results of these tests.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
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