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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 is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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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.
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.
What is the effect of Campath on the Kidneys?
Campath has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
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.
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.
Campath should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Campath unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Campath habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Campath is addictive.
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.
Is it safe?
Campath is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Campath cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
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.
Interaction between Alcohol and Campath
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Campath.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lemtrada® (alemtuzumab)
