Mabtas 500 Infusion

Last Updated on January 28, 2023 by admin

INTRODUCTION

Mabtas 500mg Infusion is used in the treatment of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), rheumatoid arthritis, blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia), granulomatosis with polyangiitis and microscopic polyangiitis.

Mabtas 500mg Infusion is give under the supervision of doctor. You must take it in a dose as advised by the doctor. The duration of treatment varies on the basis of your need and response to treatment. However, before taking it inform your doctor if you have any heart rhythm problems, if you are having surgery or if you plan to get any vaccinations. Your doctor may get blood tests done to check for hepatitis B before treatment and to check your blood cells during treatment with this medicine. You should inform doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat or rash.

Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding. It may cause headache, weakness, hair loss and increased risk of infection as its side effects.

USES OF MABTAS INFUSION

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

Rheumatoid arthritis

Blood cancer (Chronic lymphocytic leukemia)

Granulomatosis with polyangiitis

Microscopic polyangiitis

SIDE EFFECTS OF MABTAS INFUSION

Common

Headache

Weakness

Edema (swelling)

Infection

Hair loss

Itching

Chills

Febrile neutropenia

Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)

Infusion reaction

Increased risk of infection

Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)

HOW TO USE MABTAS INFUSION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

HOW MABTAS INFUSION WORKS

Mabtas 500mg Infusion is a monoclonal antibody. It works by targeting the unwanted activity of immune cells (B cells) in rheumatoid arthritis and certain types of cancers.

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mabtas 500mg Infusion. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mabtas 500mg 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.

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Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mabtas 500mg Infusion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Mabtas 500mg Infusion alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

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Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mabtas 500mg Infusion is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mabtas 500mg Infusion may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Mabtas 500mg Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Use of Mabtas 500mg Infusion is not recommended in patients with the active liver disease or those who had viral hepatitis as it can reactivate the infection.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE MABTAS INFUSION?

If you miss a dose of Mabtas 500mg Infusion, please consult your doctor.