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Pegademase Bovine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Pegademase Bovine Medication Information

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

Generic Name : Pegademase Bovine
Pronunciation : peg-AD-e-mase BOE-vine
ICD Code : Y43.6 Therapeutic Classification : Enzymes

Brand Names or Trade Names of Pegademase Bovine

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Why is Pegademase Bovine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a modified enzyme, prescribed for severe combined immunodeficiency disease (SCID) in patients with adenosine deaminase (ADA) deficiency. It improves immune system function by correcting the levels of ADA in the body.

When should Pegademase Bovine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with abnormal decrease in platelet counts, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Pegademase Bovine?

IM- The recommended dosing schedule is 10 U/kg for the first dose, 15 U/kg for the second dose, and 20 U/kg for the third dose. Maintenance: 20 U/kg per week.

How should Pegademase Bovine be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Pegademase Bovine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of bleeding problem, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid using contaminated solution of this medication.

What are the side effects of Pegademase Bovine?

Blood - Anemia and decrease in platelets.
Skin - Injection site redness, hives and rash.

What are the other precautions for Pegademase Bovine?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Pegademase Bovine?

Store it in refrigerator (2 to 8°C). Do not freeze it.

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