Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

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Generic Name : Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab

Pronunciation : tos-IT-too-moe-mab

Therapeutic Classification : Radioactive Monoclonal Antibody

Brand Names or Trade Names of Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab

International :

Bexxar

Why is Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a monoclonal antibody, prescribed for non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

When should Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated to pregnant women.

What is the dosage of Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab?

The recommended dose is 450 mg intravenously in 50 ml 0.9% Sodium Chloride over 60 minutes.

How should Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab 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 Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of infection, thyroid problems, recent vaccination, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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

• Avoid live vaccination during the treatment period.

• Monitor complete blood cell counts, platelet counts, thyroid function tests, and kidney function tests regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Tositumomab and Iodine 1131 Tositumomab?

General- Weakness, fever, infection, pain, chills, headache, abdominal pain, back pain, chest pain, neck pain.
Heart - Low blood pressure, dilatation of blood vessels.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, constipation, and indigestion.
Metabolic - Underactive thyroid, swelling in the extremities, weight loss.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain, joint pain.
Central Nervous System - Dizziness and drowsiness.
Respiratory - Increased cough, inflammation of pharynx, difficulty in breathing, pneumonia.
Skin - Rash, itching, increased sweating.