Rasburicase Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Rasburicase, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Rasburicase brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Rasburicase

Pronunciation : ras-BURE-i-kase

Therapeutic Classification : Endocrine and Metabolic Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Rasburicase

International :

Elitek

Why is Rasburicase Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a urate-oxidase enzyme, prescribed for high levels of uric acid in people with certain type of cancers. It helps in easy removal of uric acid from the body.

When should Rasburicase not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in individuals deficient in glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Rasburicase?

The recommended dose is 0.2 mg/kg as a 30-minute intravenous infusion daily for up to 5 days.

How should Rasburicase be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Rasburicase?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, dehydration, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.