¿Qué es Siklos?

Siklos (hidroxiurea) es un medicamento que se utiliza principalmente para tratar la anemia de células falciformes reduciendo la frecuencia de crisis dolorosas y la necesidad de transfusiones de sangre. Funciona ayudando a aumentar los niveles de hemoglobina fetal (HbF) en los glóbulos rojos, lo que puede prevenir que las células se deformen en forma de hoz y mejorar el flujo sanguíneo. Se deben tener en cuenta las recomendaciones de seguridad y ajuste de dosis para grupos específicos de pacientes.

Side Effects

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
• Trouble breathing, tiredness, uneven heartbeat, yellow skin or eyes

Warnings

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
• This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
• This medicine may cause the following problems:Blood problem, including hemolytic anemiaIncreased risk of cancer, including leukemia or skin cancerSevere skin ulcersIncreased risk of lung or breathing problems