Bionase Information

Bionase is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Blood Cancer.

The right dosage of Bionase depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Bionase include Rash, Nausea or vomiting, Increased Liver Enzymes. Normally, these side effects of Bionase are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Bionase's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Bionase has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Bionase related warnings section.

Bionase is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bleeding, Pancreatitis are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Bionase are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Bionase with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Bionase is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Bionase Benefits & Uses
Bionase Dosage & How to Take
Bionase Side Effects
Bionase Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Bionase with Other Drugs
Bionase Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Bionase
Bionase Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Bionase Benefits & Uses

Bionase is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines

Bionase Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Blood Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 units/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Bionase Related Warnings

Is the use of Bionase safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Bionase. It is best to stop taking Bionase immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Bionase safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Bionase. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Bionase on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Bionase on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Bionase on the Liver?

Bionase may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Bionase on the Heart?

Bionase is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Bionase with Other Drugs

Bionase should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Thalidomide

Moderate

Acarbose

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Methotrexate

Carbamazepine

Bionase Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bionase unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Bleeding
Pancreatitis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Bionase

Is this Bionase habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Bionase is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Bionase you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Bionase only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Bionase is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Bionase Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bionase

It is safe to take Bionase with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bionase

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bionase with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Elspar® (Asparaginase)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 868-869

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 190-191

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