Alzumab 25mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Biocon |
| Active Ingredient | Itolizumab (25mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Monoclonal Antibody |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI NEOPLASTICS |
| Action Class | Anti-CD6 monoclonal antibody |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 462 |
FAQ
Alzumab 25mg Injection Reviews
Alzumab 25mg is a medicine used for treatment of psoriasis. It affects certain cells of the immune system to reduce inflammation.
Alzumab 25mg is given by your doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. The dose you're given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are injection site reactions, upper respiratory tract infection, fever, and itching. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.
Alzumab 25mg is not recommended for patients below 18 years of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women or those planning to conceive should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Alzumab 25mg is given by your doctor or nurse, who will make sure you get the right amount. The dose you're given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are injection site reactions, upper respiratory tract infection, fever, and itching. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.
Alzumab 25mg is not recommended for patients below 18 years of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women or those planning to conceive should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
How Alzumab 25mg Injection Works
Alzumab 25mg works by blocking the function of T-cell, a type of white blood which prevents inflammation.
How to Use Alzumab 25mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Alzumab 25mg Injection
- In Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Alzumab 25mg reduces the scaly, itchy patches along with other symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling or irritation which may develop on the different parts of the body. It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Use it for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Uses of Alzumab 25mg Injection
- Psoriasis
Alzumab 25mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Alzumab 25mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alzumab 25mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alzumab 25mg. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Alzumab 25mg is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alzumab 25mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alzumab 25mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Alzumab 25mg is used in the treatment of psoriasis.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver disease.
- Let your doctor know if you have any history of severe allergy.
- Keep a watch on any sign or symptom of new infection during and after the treatment with Alzumab 25mg. Report immediately to your doctor.