L-Asgen 10K Injection Benefits & Uses

L-Asgen 10K Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Blood Cancer

L-Asgen 10K Injection 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

L-Asgen 10K Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when L-Asgen 10K Injection is used -

Common

Rash
Nausea or vomiting
Increased Liver Enzymes
Edema
Diarrhoea
Urticaria
Increased Glucose level in the blood
Pancreatic inflammation
Weakness
Low energy
Confusion
Dizziness

L-Asgen 10K Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of L-Asgen 10K Injection safe for pregnant women?

L-Asgen can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking L-Asgen right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of L-Asgen 10K Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking L-Asgen . It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of L-Asgen 10K Injection on the Kidneys?

L-Asgen has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of L-Asgen 10K Injection on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking L-Asgen . If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of L-Asgen 10K Injection on the Heart?

L-Asgen is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

L-Asgen 10K Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take L-Asgen 10K Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Bleeding
Pancreatitis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about L-Asgen 10K Injection

Is this L-Asgen 10K Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that L-Asgen 10K Injection is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking L-Asgen 10K Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, L-Asgen 10K Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, L-Asgen 10K Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

L-Asgen 10K Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and L-Asgen 10K Injection

You can take L-Asgen 10K Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and L-Asgen 10K Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking L-Asgen 10K Injection.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Elspar® (Asparaginase)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 868-869

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 190-191

L-Asgen 10K Injection