Campath Information

Campath is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. The alternative uses of Campath have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Campath depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Campath include Upper respiratory tract infection. Some other side effects of Campath have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Campath go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Campath's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Campath related warnings talks about Campath's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Campath is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy, Drug Allergies as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Campath have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Campath with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Campath is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Campath Benefits & Uses
Campath Dosage & How to Take
Campath Side Effects
Campath Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Campath with Other Drugs
Campath Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Campath
Campath Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Campath Benefits & Uses

Campath is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Blood Cancer

Campath Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Multiple Sclerosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Initially 12 mg IV daily on 5 consecutive days then take after 12 months 12 mg IV daily on 3 consecutive days
Geriatric	Disease: Multiple Sclerosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Initially 12 mg IV daily on 5 consecutive days then take after 12 months 12 mg IV daily on 3 consecutive days

Campath Related Warnings

Is the use of Campath safe for pregnant women?

Campath shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Campath safe during breastfeeding?

Campath may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Campath on the Kidneys?

Campath has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Campath on the Liver?

Campath may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Campath on the Heart?

Campath can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Campath with Other Drugs

Campath should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Filgrastim

Moderate

Digoxin

Amlodipine

Furosemide

Captopril

Campath Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Campath unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Infections
Heart Disease
Pneumonitis
Gallstones
Depression
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Campath

Is this Campath habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Campath is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Campath since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Campath is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Campath cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Campath Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Campath

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Campath, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Campath

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Campath.

Unknown