Droxia Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: HYDROXYUREA - ORAL
Pronounced: (hi-DROX-ee-you-REE-uh)

Droxia Oral Warning

Hydroxyurea treatment may cause severe, sometimes fatal side effects (see also Side Effects section). Your doctor should be experienced in the use of this medication and will monitor you closely to decrease the risk of severe side effects.

This medication may also cause certain cancers (see also Side Effects section). It is not known if these cancers are due to the drug or the disease being treated. Consult your doctor for more information.

Droxia Oral Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, or constipation may occur. Less common side effects may also include drowsiness, dizziness, stomach irritation, tiredness, weakness, or headache. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

A common but serious side effect includes a severe decrease in blood cell counts. Your doctor will monitor your blood cell counts closely.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication may develop serious side effects, but with frequent visits to your doctor, this risk can be reduced.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

easy bruising/bleeding
black/bloody stools
blood in urine
burning with urination
signs of a serious infection (e.g., fever, severe chills, persistent sore throat, body/muscle aches)
signs of low red blood cells (e.g., pale skin/lips/nails, shortness of breath with normal daily activities, decreased ability to exercise, easily tired, unusually fast heartbeat at rest)
hair loss
mouth sores
skin problems (e.g., redness, ulcers, darkened/blackened skin)
swelling
mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion, hallucinations)

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

lung problems (persistent cough, chest congestion, shortness of breath)
signs of severe liver problems (e.g., persistent nausea/vomiting, abdominal pain, appetite loss, yellowing skin/eyes, brown urine, severe tiredness)
seizures
severe stomach/back pain
tingling/burning/numbness of hands/feet/legs

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