MABTHERA

Mabthera Information

Mabthera is a widely used medicine that is regularly prescribed to individuals who suffer from cancer, as it slows down the spread and growth of cancer cells throughout the body.

Mabthera Indications

This cancer medication is often used in combination with other drugs that serve a similar purpose in order to treat patients who suffer from non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. In most cases, physicians prescribe patients who present symptoms that are linked to adult rheumatoid arthritis a combination of Mabthera and Methotrexate. However, this description does not represent all the uses of this medical product. If you require more information with regard to the clinical function and usage of this particular drug we recommend you consult with your personal healthcare provider.

Mabthera Warnings

There are several warnings that a patient who wants to start a therapy with this medical product ought to take into consideration. For example, this drug should not be taken in by patients who are suffering from known Allergic Reaction to Mabthera (or any of its ingredients) or who present a hyper-sensibility to mouse protein.

This cancer medication is normally administered intravenously. Documented adverse reactions include:

• Itchiness
• Light-headedness
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Pain in the shoulders and /or chest
• Difficulty breathing
• Sore throat, sneezing, muscle pain, fever and chills

If you experience any of these side effects within the first 24 hours after receiving an injection we recommend that you contact your personal healthcare provider immediately.

Patients who follow a therapy with this medicine will have to undergo regular clinical blood exams in order to allow their personal healthcare provider to monitor the effects of the prophylaxis. It is not recommended to miss any of the appointments that you and your personal physician have scheduled for this purpose.

Patients who suffer from hepatitis B can develop unpleasant liver symptoms after Mabthera therapy. This is one of the main reasons why patients undergo a series of liver function tests during and prior to their prophylaxis with this drug.

Some clinical conditions are known to increase the risk of developing severe complications when using this medication. This is why individuals who suffer from any of the following diseases are not allowed to use Mabthera:

• Hepatitis B
• Liver disease
• Kidney disease
• Breathing disorders (these include lung diseases)
• Systemic lupus erythematosus (abbreviated as SLE)
• A personal and /or family history of chest pain (angina), heart disease or a heart rhythm medical condition.
• Any type of infection that lowers the body’s immune responses, including herpes, cytomegalovirus, shingles, or any recurring infection.

Exceptions can be made, however, if a specialist determines that use of this cancer medication is vital for the patient’s survival. This will normally involve special treatment trials and lower dosages.

Mabthera is a category C FDA pregnancy drug. This means that this medication could severely affect a growing foetus. Pregnant women and nursing mother should seek specialist advice before using this medication.

Mabthera Intake Guidelines

This cancer medication is generally administered to patients via an intra-venous injection. Most patients choose to receive their injection in a special medical setting (a clinic or a hospital). The drug is administered once per week. The average Mabthera should not exceed eight weeks.

Patients who suffer from rheumatoid arthritisare generally prescribed only two injections, which are administered two weeks apart.

Patients who use blood pressure medication should avoid taking a dose thereof twelve hours before receiving a Mabthera injection.

Mabthera Dosage

Unfortunately, we do not posses sufficient information regarding the appropriate dose of Mabthera that the average adult ought to take in. You should follow your physician’s instructions.

Mabthera Overdose

If you suspect a Mabthera overdose contact your local poison centre. If you choose to go to an emergency room take the medication with you.

Mabthera Missed Dose

As this cancer medication is generally administered to a patient in a special clinical setting, a missed dose of Mabthera is very unlikely to occur.

Mabthera Side Effects

A patient who is following a long term therapy with this medicine (Mabthera) can experience some adverse reactions. The most common symptoms include:

• Sudden weakness and/or numbness
• Dizziness
• Confusion
• Speech disturbances
• Chest pain
• Cardiac symptoms
• Flu-like symptoms
• Body aches
• Easy bleeding and/or bruising

Mabthera Drug Reactions

Studies have shown that this cancer medication can react with certain other medications, including:

• Cisplatin (Platinol)
• Azathioprine (Imuran)
• Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine)
• Adalimumab (Humira)
• Cyclosporine (Neoral, Gengraf, Sandimmune)
• Infliximab (Remicade)
• Etanercept (Enbrel)
• Minocycline (Minocin, Dynacin, Vectrin)
• Leflunomide (Arava)

Ask your physician for further information.

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