Cytarabine is an antimetabolite used in the treatment of leukemias and lymphomas.

Cytarabine injection is given to you in a hospital or clinic setting.

You will not take this medicine at home.

Do not miss any appointments with your health care professional.

If you are unable to meet the appointment inform your health care professional.

If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.

mouth sores
vomiting
stomach pain
confusion
difficulty breathing
any signs of infection
eye discomfort(redness/blurred vision/)double vision
any signs of decreased platelets/bleeding (bruising/pinpoint red spots on the skin/black tarry stools/blood in the urine)
any signs of decreased red blood cells(unusual weakness or tiredness/fainting spells/light-headedness)
low blood counts (you may be at increased risk for infections and bleeding)

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.

aspirin
digoxin
vaccines
naproxen
ibuprofen
ketoprofen
dipyridamole
acetaminophen
other chemotherapy agents

Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.

You will not take this medicine at home.

Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :

gout
liver disease
any infection
dental disease
bleeding problems
cold sores/shingles
kidney disease/stones
recent radiation therapy
any nervous system disease

You will not take this medicine at home.

If you have any questions about Cytarabine, talk with your doctor or health care provider.