Asparaginase : How to Use - Elspar, Kidrolase, colaspase

Asparaginase - Systemic

Brand Names

Elspar, Kidrolase, colaspase Asparaginase *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects *** Additional Information

How to Use

This drug is usually given together with certain other medication. If you are using a combination of medication, it is important that you receive each one at the proper time. If you are taking some of these medication by mouth, ask your health care professional to help you plan a way to remember to take them at the right times.

While you are using this drug, your family doctor may want you to drink extra fluids so that you will pass more urine. This will help prevent kidney problems and keep your kidneys working well.

This drug often causes nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite. However, it is very important that you continue to receive the drug, even if you begin to feel ill. After few doses, your stomach upset must lessen. Ask your health care professional for ways to lessen these effects.

Dosage

The dose of asparaginase will be various for various diseaseds. The dose that is using may depend on a number of things, including what the drug is being using for, the patient's weight and whether or not other medication are also being taken If you are receiving asparaginase at home, follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . If you have any questions about the proper dose of asparaginase, ask your family doctor.