Rasbelon Injection
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Celon Laboratories Ltd
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Rasburicase 1.5mg
 
STORAGE
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Rasbelon Injection is used in the treatment of high uric acid due to chemotherapy. It lowers uric acid levels in the blood which helps prevent kidney damage in cancer patients.

It is given as a slow injection into veins by a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, vomiting, and rash. However, some side effects require immediate action, hence inform your doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing, chest pain, swelling in the face and throat, itching, or dizziness after taking this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check the levels of uric acid during treatment with this medicine. It is better to take plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.

Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know about all the medications you are using. Let your doctor also know if you have any preexisting medical conditions to make sure this medicine is safe for you.

USES OF RASBELON INJECTION

·         Treatment of High uric acid due to chemotherapy

BENEFITS OF RASBELON INJECTION

In Treatment of High uric acid due to chemotherapy

Certain types of cancer, like kidney or bladder cancer, may cause high levels of uric acid due to ongoing cancer chemotherapy. This can worsen patient health conditions and also lead to more serious health issues. Rasbelon Injection helps reduce these high levels of uric acid and prevents further complications. This will ensure speedy recovery and improve your quality of life. Follow your doctor’s instructions and let your doctor know if you have any concerns.

SIDE EFFECTS OF RASBELON INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rasbelon

·         Nausea

·         Headache

·         Vomiting

·         Rash

·         Hives

·         Fever

·         Diarrhea

HOW TO USE RASBELON INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW RASBELON INJECTION WORKS

Rasbelon Injection works by causing a reaction with an enzyme that turns uric acid into an inactive substance (allantoin) thereby reducing uric acid levels.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rasbelon Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rasbelon Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rasbelon Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Rasbelon Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rasbelon Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rasbelon Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rasbelon Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rasbelon Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.