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Rasby Injection 1 Injection in 1 vial

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Rasby Injection is a product of Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Rasburicase (1.5mg)

Pack of 1 injection

₹ 8800

*Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

*MRP inclusive of all taxes
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All Details About Rasby Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Rasby Injection

Description:

Rasby 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:

  • Treatment of High uric acid due to chemotherapy

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Rasby

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Hives
  • Fever
  • Diarrhea

Side Effects:

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rasby Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rasby 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
Rasby 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 Rasby 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
Rasby Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rasby Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rasby Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rasby Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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