cytarabine

Cold Chain RequiredFDA Approved, EMA Approved

Description

Cytarabine is an antimetabolite chemotherapy agent that interferes with DNA synthesis. It is a standard component of induction and consolidation therapy for acute myeloid leukemia, including inherited forms. The drug is converted intracellularly to its active triphosphate form.

Indications & Therapeutic Use

acute myeloid leukemia, acute lymphocytic leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia blast phase, meningeal leukemia

Global Availability (10 countries)

CountryAccess RouteRegulatory PathwayLead TimeStatus

Available Through

This drug is available for procurement through the following fulfilment partner.

Fulfilment Partner
cytarabine
Generic Namecytarabine
Brands1 brand available
Active Ingredientcytarabine
Drug Classacute myeloid leukemia
ManufacturerPfizer
Dosage FormsIV infusion, 20mg/mL, 100mg/mL; Intrathecal injection, 50mg/mL
Medical CodeL01BC01
Orphan StatusNo
Cold ChainRequired
Lead Time3 days
Reg. StatusFDA Approved, EMA Approved
Clinical TrialNCT00002798
Countries10 countries
Authority Signals
Last Verified3/21/2026
Data ConfidenceHigh (AI + Pharmacist)
Source Citations11 Validated Nodes