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Decitabine

Chemotherapy injection for myelodysplastic syndromes (a group of bone marrow disorders).

Clinical information

Common uses

myelodysplastic syndromes in adults

Common side effects

low white blood cell counts
low platelet counts
anaemia
fever

Cautions

low blood counts — regular blood tests needed
can harm an unborn baby — use effective contraception
do not breastfeed during and 2 weeks after treatment

Pregnancy: avoid — can harm an unborn baby

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, decitabine label, setid 8c5d6067-16a1-43ab-9e52-a33c600a5c44 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations2

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Decitabine	Parenteral ( Injection )	30mg/ vial	MFDA designated importers with Pre Authorization approval before import	hospital
Redtibin	Parenteral ( Injection- Lyophilized Powder)	50mg/vial	State Trading Organization Plc	hospital