Pegloticase Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Pegloticase, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Pegloticase brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Pegloticase

Pronunciation : peg LOE ti kase

ICD Code : Y43.6 Therapeutic Classification : Enzymes

Brand Names or Trade Names of Pegloticase

International :

Krystexxa

Why is Pegloticase Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a uric acid-specific enzyme (uricase), prescribed for chronic gout. It helps the kidneys to get rid of uric acid from the body.

When should Pegloticase not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with G6PD deficiency and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Pegloticase?

Adult- IV- The recommended dose is 8 mg, for every two weeks.

How should Pegloticase 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 Pegloticase?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, high blood pressure, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Monitor uric acid level regularly while taking this medication.