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Peg-L-Asparaginase is used to treat Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (a type of cancer of the white blood cells).

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It will be given to you by your health care professional. Do not self-administer. Your physician will decide the dose and duration of your treatment based on the disease severity and other factors.

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Warnings

This medicine should not be used if you have severe problems with your pancreas or you may be allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine. Talk to your physician if you are a diabetic patient as this medicine contains glucose. The common side effects of Peg-L-Asparaginase  Injection are muscle pain, nausea, infections, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.

Precautions

Use effective birth control during the treatment with this Injection and for at least three months after the last dose. Women should use contraception methods other than oral contraceptives.

Side Effects

The common side effects that are likely to occur while you are on the treatment with Peg-L-Asparaginase  are nausea, muscle pain, weight loss, infections (fever, rapid heart rate, confusion, or a rash), difficulty breathing, inflammation of the digestive tract, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, discomfort, headache, tiredness. If you experience any allergic or unusual reactions after taking this medicine, report to your doctor immediately.

Word Of Advice

This injection should be administered only by the doctor or nurse. Inform the doctor if the patient has any allergic response, blood pressure, kidney or liver problems, and medication taken for different medical conditions. Consult the doctor if the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding mother before taking this medication. Avoid driving while taking this medication, as it can cause dizziness. Avoid handling heavy machinery as the patient may lack concentration.

Frequently Asked Question

• Can Peg-L-Asparaginase Injection affect blood glucose levels?
• Yes, this medication can increase blood glucose levels as it contains glucose. Blood glucose levels should be monitored regularly while taking this medication.

• Whether Peg-L-Asparaginase Injection be self-administered?
• No, this injection should be administered only by the doctor or nurse and not self-administered. Wrong injection techniques can lead to complications.

• Can I use Peg-L-Asparaginase Injection while driving?
• Avoid driving and handling heavy machinery while taking this medication, as it causes dizziness and lack of concentration.

• Is it safe to use Peg-L-Asparaginase Injection during breastfeeding?
• It is unsafe to use this medication during breastfeeding, and inform the doctor before taking this medication.

• Is Peg-L-Asparaginase Injection a chemotherapy medication?
• Yes, it is a chemotherapy medicine that is used to treat Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (cancer of white blood cells).