Alemtuzumab Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Alemtuzumab-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Alemtuzumab brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Alemtuzumab

Pronunciation : AL-em-TOOZ-oo-mab

ICD Code : Y43.3 Therapeutic Classification : Chemotherapy

Brand Names or Trade Names of Alemtuzumab

International :

Campath

Why is Alemtuzumab Prescribed? (Indications)

Alemtuzumab is a cancer-treating drug used for treating certain cancers of bone marrow and blood cancers such as chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and lymphoma. It is a monoclonal antibody used to treat multiple sclerosis.

Alemtuzumab works by activating the immune system and destroys cancer cells.

When should Alemtuzumab not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Alemtuzumab?

IV- With Pre-medication- IV infusion over 2 hours-
Day 1: 3mg
Day 2: 10mg
Day 3: 30mg.

How should Alemtuzumab be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Alemtuzumab?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of shingles or chickenpox, high blood pressure, heart disease, or blood vessel problems, severe infection, poor immunity, bone marrow depression, blood transfusion, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.

• Avoid live vaccination while taking this medication.

• Monitor complete blood counts regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Alemtuzumab?

Blood and Lymphatic - Abnormal decrease in white blood cells, platelets and anemia.
General - Fever, chills and infections.
Skin - Hives, rash and redness.
Heart - Low blood pressure, high blood pressure and fast heart rate.
Central Nervous System - Headache, tremor, sleeplessness and anxiety.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea.