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Lagicad 10000IU Injection
Asparaginase
Uses of Lagicad 10000iu Injection
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)
Introduction to Lagicad 10000iu Injection
Lagicad 10000IU Injection contains L-asparaginase. It is used to treat Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (cancer of white blood cells) in patients aged four months and above. In Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, the white blood cells called lymphocytes multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner. This disorder is also known as Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia.
This medicine should not be used if you have severe problems with your pancreas or allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine. Talk to your physician if you are a diabetic patient as this medicine contains glucose. The common side effects of Lagicad 10000IU Injection are muscle pain, nausea, infections, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
Use effective birth control during the treatment with Lagicad 10000IU Injection and for at least three months after the last dose. Women should use contraception methods other than oral contraceptives.
Therapeutic Effects of Lagicad 10000iu Injection
Cancer cells need a substance called asparagine to survive. Lagicad 10000IU Injection works by lowering the levels of asparagine in the body.
Interaction of Lagicad 10000iu Injection with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Lagicad 10000IU injection and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Lagicad 10000iu Injection
- Keep Lagicad 10000IU Injection out of sight and reach of children.
- Store in a refrigerator (2°C to 8°C).
How to consume Lagicad 10000iu Injection
It will be given to you by your health care professional. Do not self-administer. Your physician will decide the dose and duration of your treatment based on the disease severity and other factors.
Safety Advices for Lagicad 10000iu Injection
Pregnancy
You need to tell your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking Lagicad 10000IU Injection. it will be given to you if clearly needed.
Breast Feeding
You must not breastfeed your baby during treatment with Lagicad 10000IU Injection. You need to tell your physician if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
Lungs
You need to tell your physician if you have any lung disorders before taking Lagicad 10000IU Injection.
Liver
You must tell your physician if you have any liver disorders before taking Lagicad 10000IU Injection.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lagicad 10000IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
Lagicad 10000IU Injection can cause dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid driving if you are unwell.
Side Effects of Lagicad 10000iu Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Severe allergic reactions
- High blood sugar levels
- Bleeding
- Liver and nervous problems
- Pain near your stomach (inflammation of the pancreas)
- Blood clots in arm or leg
- Pain, bruising, swelling, or hardening of the skin at the injection site
Common
- Nausea
- Muscle pain
- Weight loss
- Infections (fever, rapid heart rate, confusion, or a rash)
- Difficulty breathing
- Inflammation of the digestive tract
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain, discomfort
- Headache
- Tiredness
Brand
Zydus Cadila
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