Rasburicase (Injection)
Rasburicase (ras-BYOOR-i-kayse)
Treats high levels of uric acid, which can be a side effect of some cancer treatments.
Brand Name(s):Elitek
There may be other brand names for this medicine. When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not receive this medicine if you have had any serious reaction to rasburicase, or if you have glucose-6-phosphatase dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficency. How to Use This Medicine:
Injectable
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You will receive this medicine in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
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Your doctor will prescribe the exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.
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The medicine is usually given for about 30 minutes every day for 5 days.
If a dose is missed:
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This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor, home health caregiver, or treatment clinic for instructions.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
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Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Tell your doctor if you are of African or Mediterranean descent, because people with this ancestry are more likely to have G6PD deficiency.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
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Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness or pain in chest, trouble breathing
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Bluish-colored lips, fingernails, or skin
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Chills, fever, back and stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes, dark-colored urine
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Lightheadedness or fainting
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Skin rash
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Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
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Headache
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Mouth sores or white patches in your mouth or throat
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Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
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