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Rasburicase - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Rasburicase Medication Information

Get detailed information on Rasburicase, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Rasburicase provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Rasburicase
Pronunciation : ras-BURE-i-kase
Therapeutic Classification : Endocrine and Metabolic Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Rasburicase

International :


Elitek

Why is Rasburicase Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a urate-oxidase enzyme, prescribed for high levels of uric acid in people with certain type of cancers. It helps in easy removal of uric acid from the body.

When should Rasburicase not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in individuals deficient in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Rasburicase?

The recommended dose is 0.2 mg/kg as a 30-minute intravenous infusion daily for up to 5 days.

How should Rasburicase 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 Rasburicase?

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

What are the side effects of Rasburicase?

Nausea, swelling in the extremities, vomiting, anxiety, abdominal pain, throat pain, sepsis, and increase in blood minerals.

What are the other precautions for Rasburicase?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Rasburicase?

Store it in refrigerator (2 to 8°C). Protect from light.

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