Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3076

USA Brand Name

Rasburnat

Strength

1.5mg

Generic Name

Rasburicase

Manufacturer

Natco Pharma

## Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase)

## What Is The Generic Name For Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection:

Rasburicase is the generic version for Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

Rasburnat

## About Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase)

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Rasburicase, which is used in the treatment of high uric acid due to chemotherapy. Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection helps to lower uric acid levels in patients receiving chemotherapy expected to get a rise of uric acid levels in the blood. This medicine is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores & must be taken strictly by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Natco Pharma Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection.

## Strength :

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection contains an active constituent, Rasburicase. It is obtainable in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Hyperuricemia Secondary to Chemotherapy

## How Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase) Works:

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection has an active ingredient; Rasburicase which works by causing a reaction with an enzyme which turns uric acid into an inactive substance (allantoin) thereby reducing uric acid levels. Rasburicase catalyzes the enzymatic oxidation of inadequately soluble uric acid into an inactive & more soluble metabolite allantoin with carbon dioxide & hydrogen peroxide as byproducts in the chemical reaction.

## Before You Use Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Rasburicase

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must be learned about your medicinal history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

You should not take Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have kidney problems

Are pregnant

Have G6PD deficiency

Have Hemolysis or Methemoglobinemia

Have infections

Are breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Injection

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver disease

Have kidney disorder

Have infections

## Dosage :

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Rasburicase, which is used in the treatment of high uric acid due to chemotherapy. This medicine is available in different substitutes & strengths & has got to be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for adjustment of dosage & time of the medicine because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be best judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase) to Be Used:

Since Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection is available in various strengths & substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions & instructions to take Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection. You must not take the Injection on your own & for longer period than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection. Kindly do not self administer this medicine.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

You are always advised to take Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. You must strictly follow all the directions given by your doctor. You must not take the Injection in larger or smaller quantity or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

## Overdose :

You must seek out medical emergency treatment and/ or contact your surgeon without delay in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency measure will be initiated without delay by your physician if they observe overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the injection should be administered by the medical doctor as soon as possible. It is strictly recommended to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next planned dosage. You must not double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dosage. Since Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Rasburnat 1.5 Mg Injection (Rasburicase):

Cracked lips

Difficulty in swallowing

Ulcer, sores, or white spots in the mouth

Stomach pain

Changes in color of skin

Changes in vision

Chills

Cough

Dizziness

Dry mouth

Increased sweating

Lower back or side pain

Nausea

Skin Rash

Vomiting

Itching

Headache

Urticaria

Fever

Diarrhea

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection. These interactions may generate some needless or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always have a conversation with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Sodium Nitrite

Prilocaine

Idelalisib

It can also interact with following disease condition:

Infections

Blood disorders

Hemolysis

Methemoglobinemia

## Warning And Precaution:

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney/ Liver disease

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age

You must regularly get your blood tests done to monitor your blood cells, liver and kidney function, and electrolyte levels during treatment with this medicine

You must drink adequate amount of water (2 liters/day) for adequate hydration as part of uric acid management

You must not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding

You must not drive or operate heavy machinery at the same time as taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness

Always consult with your medical doctor straight away to get best possible treatment if you are observing any of the above mentioned conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection out of reach and sight of the children

This medicine is strictly used with caution for treatment of children and elderly

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby

You must always check up the information in particular written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

Always consult with your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection should be taken for cancer treatment. Do not take this prescription for longer period than suggested by the medical doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Rasburnat 1.5 mg Injection at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Injection is intact & not damaged while purchasing or storing.