Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion
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Product introduction
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion is used in the treatment of blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia). It binds to the receptors on cancer cells. Thus, it flags the cancer cells for destruction by the body's immune system.
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion is used to treat relapsing forms of brain disorders that are caused due to improper working of brain cells
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion is used to treat relapsing forms of brain disorders that are caused due to improper working of brain cells
Uses of Gazyva Solution for Infusion
Benefits of Gazyva Solution for Infusion
In Treatment of Blood cancer (Chronic lymphocytic leukemia)
Blood cancer, also called leukemia, is a cancer of the blood-forming tissues that decreases the body's ability to fight infection. Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and prevents their multiplication. It is an effective medicine, but you should discuss its side effects and benefits with your doctor. Let them know if any of the side effects bother you.
Side effects of Gazyva Solution for Infusion
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
Common side effects of Gazyva
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Rash
- Flu
- Dermatitis
- Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
- Eczema
- Swelling of lymph nodes
- Oropharyngeal pain
How to use Gazyva Solution for Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Gazyva Solution for Infusion works
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion works by recognizing and attaching to specific proteins (namely CD20) on leukemia cells and some healthy blood cells. It destroys leukemia cells directly or with the help of the immune system.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion is recommended.
However, monitor HBV-positive patients during and after treatment and discontinue Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion in the event of HBV reactivation.
However, monitor HBV-positive patients during and after treatment and discontinue Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion in the event of HBV reactivation.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- After starting the treatment with Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion, you may be at risk of infection; so, try to avoid crowds or people with colds, and report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.
- Drink at least two to three quarts of fluid every 24 hours, unless you are instructed otherwise.
- To reduce nausea, take anti-nausea medications as prescribed by your doctor and eat small, frequent meals.
- Your doctor may monitor your blood counts before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
- Avoid taking any other vaccines without consulting your doctor.
- It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
- Avoid breastfeeding while taking Gazyva 1000mg Solution for Infusion and for six months after its last dose.
- Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception during and for six months after the treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Peptides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Monoclonal antibodies
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Name: Roche Products India Pvt Ltd
Address: 1503, 15th Floor, ‘The Capital’, Plot no. C-70, Behind ICICI Bank, BKC, Bandra (E) , Mumbai 400051
Country of origin: India
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