BLINATUMOMAB

Overview

This medication is used to treat a certain type of cancer (acute lymphocytic leukemia-ALL). Acute lymphocytic leukemia is a cancer of the blood in which a particular kind of white blood cell is growing out of control. Blinatumomab belongs to a class of drugs known as monoclonal antibodies. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells. Before you receive this medication, you may be given a corticosteroid medicine to help reduce infusion reactions. This medication comes in an injectable form to be given directly into the vein by continuous IV infusion for 4 weeks (28 days), followed by a 2 week break.

Usage

BLINATUMOMAB is generally used to treat: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of bleeding/blood problems, brain/nerve disorders, current or returning infections, seizures.
  • This drug may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
  • Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
  • Blinatumomab can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Therefore, wash your hands well to prevent the spread of infection. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu). Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).
  • To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.
  • If you are allergic to blinatumomab or to any of its ingredients inform to the doctor
  • If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. blinatumomab may harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant during treatment with blinatumomab.
  • If you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if blinatumomab passes into your breast milk. You and your healthcare provider should decide if you will take blinatumomab or breastfeed. You should not do both.

Common Side-Effects

BLINATUMOMAB : Diarrhoea, Anemia, Insomnia, Thrombocytopenia, Hypotension, Nausea, Loose Motion, Constipation, Cough, Fatigue (tiredness), Chills, Shortness Of Breath, Abdomen Pain, Dizziness, Back Pain, Vomit, Weight Gain, Chest Pain, Decreased Appetite

Serious Side-Effects

BLINATUMOMAB : Seizure, Fever, Head Headache, Confusion, Disorientation, Slurred Speech

Disease Interactions

BLINATUMOMAB can interfere with: Hypoxia, Bronchospasm Cough, Edema, Pulmonary Edema, Neutropenia, Pancreatitis, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure

Technical Classification

BLINATUMOMAB is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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