Brand Name:- L-Aspara
Generic Name:- L-Asparaginase
Manufacturer:- Arechar Healthcare
Dosage:- Injection
Strength- 10,000 IU
Storage:- Store in a refrigerator.
Indication:- Blood Cancer
Prescription required:- Yes
Overview
L-Aspara injection is a formulation of L-Asparaginase. It belongs to the family of medicines referred to as antineoplastic agents. The drug is used in the treatment of patients diagnosed with Blood Cancer including Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. It is available in the form of an injection in the strength of 10,000 IU as a single-use vial.
Usage
L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection is administered as an injection to the patient by a healthcare professional or a nurse under a clinical setup. The drug is not indicated for self-use. It is advisable to not skip or miss any scheduled dose of this regimen. It may be prescribed for certain other conditions also.
Interactions
All medications interact differently from one patient to the next. The following are some of the known interactions of the L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection.
Drug Interactions
- Adalimumab
- Clozapine
- Live attenuated vaccines and related products
- Etanercept
- Lomitapide
- Natalizumab
Disease Interactions
- Hepatic Dysfunction
- Bleeding Disorders
- Pancreatic Dysfunction
Alcohol Interactions
It is not known whether L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection interacts with alcohol. It is advisable to consult your healthcare professional.
Warnings And Precautions
General Warnings
- Inform your medical team about the drugs you already administer.
- Make your doctor aware of the diseases you have or ever had to avoid further complications.
- If you have liver or kidney disease, ask your healthcare provider about the potential risks of administering L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection.
Precautions
- Contraceptives
- Use effective contraceptives during the course of L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection and even after your last dose (for a few days).
- Interactions
- Make sure to know about the possible interactions of L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection before starting its course.
Cautions
- Do not self administer L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection.
- Do not consume alcohol during the course of this drug to avoid severe reactions.
- Do not drive after the administration of the dose.
- Do not freeze the vial of L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection.
- Do not skip a dose or overdose on the medication.
Contraindications
L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection is contraindicated in the following conditions:
- Hypersensitivity
- Allergy to asparaginase
- Allergy to any inactive ingredients of L-Aspara
- Severe bleeding disorders
Alternate Brands
Side Effects
The following are some of the common side effects of L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection:
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Tiredness
- Drowsiness
- Weight loss
- Headache
- Fever
- Chills
- Stomach ache
- Itching
- Skin rash
- Difficulty in breathing
- Diarrhea
- Decreased blood pressure
- The increased glucose level in the blood
- Hives
Note: Make sure to call your medical practitioner immediately if the adverse effects concerning the use of this medication last longer than usual.
Dosage
Normal Dose
The L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection should be administered by a healthcare professional or a nurse under a medical setup. Self-use is contraindicated.
Missed Dose
In case you miss a dose of the L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection, call your medical team and schedule the next dose. Also, discuss the potential risks of missing doses.
Overdose
If you experience severe symptoms of overdose during the course of L-Aspara (L-Asparaginase) injection, call your medical team immediately or rush to the nearest hospital.
