Hydrea
Hydroxycarbamide 500mg hard capsules, used in the management of chronic myeloid leukaemia, polycythaemia vera, thrombocythaemia and sickle cell anaemia.
- Category
- Oncology Support
- Active ingredient
- Hydroxycarbamide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 500mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Hydrea on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia · Polycythaemia Vera · Essential Thrombocythaemia · Sickle Cell Anaemia
- Therapeutic class
- Antineoplastic Agent
- Pharmacological class
- Antimetabolite
- Contraindications
- severe bone marrow suppression; hypersensitivity
- Minor side effects
- nausea; fatigue; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- leukopenia; stomatitis; skin ulceration
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- BMS
- Onset time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- long-term
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- Didanosine; Stavudine
- Age restrictions
- Use in children managed by specialists.
Precautions and warnings
regular blood monitoring required; protect skin from sun exposure; maintain high fluid intake
Serious side effects
bone marrow failure, requires immediate medical attention; secondary malignancy, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Hydroxycarbamide 500mg hard capsules, used in the management of chronic myeloid leukaemia, polycythaemia vera, thrombocythaemia and sickle cell anaemia.
Mechanism of action
It works by inhibiting the enzyme ribonucleotide reductase, which is essential for DNA synthesis, effectively slowing the rapid production of abnormal white blood cells or red cells.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated; causes fetal harm. Breastfeeding: Contraindicated; do not breastfeed during treatment.
Hydrea is an established brand containing hydroxycarbamide, used to manage Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia, Polycythaemia Vera and Essential Thrombocythaemia. The medication is supplied by BMS in a 500mg tablet form. It supports those managing specific blood disorders by helping to regulate cell production levels as part of a long-term care strategy.
Buying Hydrea online
Generic hydroxycarbamide often provides a more affordable alternative to the original brand, aiding expats and residents who need to maintain their health routines while abroad. Given the clinical nature of this medication, it is best used under the guidance of a doctor.
Is Hydrea the original brand?
Yes, Hydrea is the originator brand name, made by BMS. Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine; what you receive is a generic with the same active ingredient (hydroxycarbamide) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
How is Hydrea priced?
The price varies with strength and pack size. Hydrea comes in a 500mg strength, in packs of 30 to 240 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What does Hydrea treat?
Hydrea contains hydroxycarbamide, used for chronic myeloid leukaemia, polycythaemia vera, essential thrombocythaemia and sickle cell anaemia. Hydroxycarbamide works by inhibiting the enzyme ribonucleotide reductase, which is essential for DNA synthesis, effectively slowing the rapid production of abnormal white blood cells or red cells.
When does Hydrea start working?
Hydroxycarbamide usually starts to work within 1 to 2 weeks. It varies from person to person.
What side effects can Hydrea cause?
The common side effects of hydroxycarbamide are nausea, fatigue and diarrhoea. Less common ones include leukopenia, stomatitis and skin ulceration. Serious but less common side effects include bone marrow failure and secondary malignancy, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I take Hydrea with other medicines?
Hydroxycarbamide can interact with didanosine and stavudine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Hydrea.
Can I buy Hydrea over the counter in Thailand?
Online, yes: Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order Hydrea. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Hydrea to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Hydrea is the originator brand name, made by BMS. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with BMS and do not ship the original Hydrea.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Hydroxycarbamide) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.