Rasburicase is used to treat the following -
Main 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rasburicase is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Rasburicase safe for pregnant women?
Rasburicase can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Rasburicase, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rasburicase safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Rasburicase may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Rasburicase should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Rasburicase on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rasburicase on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rasburicase on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Rasburicase on the liver.
What is the effect of Rasburicase on the Heart?
You can take Rasburicase without any fear of damage to the heart.
Rasburicase should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rasburicase unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rasburicase habit forming or addictive?
Rasburicase does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Rasburicase as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Rasburicase is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Rasburicase in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Rasburicase
There is no information on the effects of taking Rasburicase with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rasburicase
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rasburicase and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Elitek (rasburicase)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 217
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1086-1087
