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Denileukin Diftitox - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Denileukin Diftitox Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Denileukin Diftitox-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 Denileukin Diftitox brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Denileukin Diftitox
Pronunciation : DEN-i-loo-kin DIF-ti-toks
ICD Code : Y43.3 Therapeutic Classification : Chemotherapy

Brand Names or Trade Names of Denileukin Diftitox

International :


Ontak

Why is Denileukin Diftitox Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anticancer agent, prescribed for lymphoma. It interferes cancer cell growth, which results in the death of the cells.

When should Denileukin Diftitox not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Denileukin Diftitox?

IV- The recommended dose is 9 or 18 mcg/kg/day, over 30-60 minutes infusion for 5 consecutive days every 21 days for 8 cycles.

How should Denileukin Diftitox 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 Denileukin Diftitox?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease or low blood levels of albumin, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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

• Avoid contact with people who have infections.

What are the side effects of Denileukin Diftitox?

Most Common - Fever, nausea, fatigue, rigors, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, swelling in the extremities, cough, difficulty in breathing and itching.
Miscellaneous - Back pain, weakness, dizziness, lightheadedness, chest pain and sensory loss.

What are the other precautions for Denileukin Diftitox?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Denileukin Diftitox?

Store the medication at or below -10° C.

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