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Xgeva, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Osteopetrosis. Other than this, Xgeva has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Xgeva is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Xgeva include Contact Dermatitis, Pain in Extremity, Eczema. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Xgeva can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xgeva go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Xgeva's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Xgeva's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Xgeva have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Xgeva may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xgeva is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Xgeva is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Xgeva safe for pregnant women?
Xgeva shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Xgeva safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Xgeva may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Xgeva should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Xgeva on the Kidneys?
Xgeva may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xgeva on the Liver?
Xgeva is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Xgeva on the Heart?
Using Xgeva does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Xgeva should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xgeva unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xgeva habit forming or addictive?
Xgeva does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xgeva. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Xgeva is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Xgeva for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xgeva
It is safe to take Xgeva with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xgeva
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xgeva with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xgeva (denosumab)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 346
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 410-411