🎗️ OncologyIV infusion
Dacogen
Decitabine
Decitabine is a DNA methyltransferase inhibitor used to treat myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) and certain forms of acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
Form
IV infusion
Uses
2
Side effects
4
Category
Oncology
01
What is Dacogen used for?
- Myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)
- Acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in elderly patients
02
Decitabine side effects
The following side effects have been reported for Decitabine. Their order does not indicate how often an effect occurs.
Neutropenia
Thrombocytopenia
Anemia
Fever
03
Decitabine warnings & precautions
- Can cause severe myelosuppression
- May be teratogenic; avoid pregnancy during treatment
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Frequently asked questions
05
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