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Celginase is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Blood Cancer.
The optimal dosage of Celginase is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Celginase include Rash, Nausea or vomiting, Increased Liver Enzymes. Such side effects of Celginase normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Celginase's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Celginase's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Celginase can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Celginase in conditions like Bleeding, Pancreatitis. The section on Celginase contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Celginase with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Celginase is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Celginase 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Celginase safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Celginase. It is best to stop taking Celginase immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Celginase safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Celginase. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Celginase on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Celginase on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Celginase on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Celginase. 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.
What is the effect of Celginase on the Heart?
Celginase is not harmful for the heart.
Celginase 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 Celginase unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Celginase habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Celginase.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Celginase you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Celginase only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Celginase for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Celginase
Taking Celginase with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Celginase
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Celginase with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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