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Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml is used to treat Non-Hodgkin's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, granulomatosis and pemphigus vulgaris. It contains Rituximab, which works by inhibiting the DNA and RNA transcription that is essential for cancer cell growth. This helps prevent the growth and further spread of cancerous or non-cancerous cells. On the other hand, It works by interfering with the immune system process that causes inflammation in the joint tissues. Thus, it reduces pain and inflammation and prevents joint damage and disease progression over time.
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About Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml
Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml belongs to a class of medicines called monoclonal antibodies used in the treatment of non-Hodgkin’s disease and chronic lymphocytic leukaemia. This medicine is also used in treating rheumatoid arthritis in combination with methotrexate and granulomatosis in combination with glucocorticoids. It is also used to treat Pemphigus Vulgaris (PV) and mature B-cell acute leukaemia (B-AL).
Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml contains Rituximab, which works by inhibiting the DNA and RNA transcription that is essential for cancer cell growth. This helps prevent the growth and further spread of cancerous or non-cancerous cells. On the other hand, Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml works by interfering with the immune system process that causes inflammation in the joint tissues. Thus, it reduces pain and inflammation and prevents joint damage and disease progression over time
Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml may cause certain side effects, such as pale skin, painful urination, night sweats, flushing, back pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, mouth sores, peeling of skin, injection site reactions and pain at the site of injection. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml is a parenteral preparation. A trained healthcare professional will administer it. Hence, do not self-administer.
Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Let your doctor know about your complete medical history, including current medication, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Also, inform your doctor if you have liver/kidney disease, hepatitis B virus infection, cardiac disorders, any active infections, or gastrointestinal disorders before receiving this injection. Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml may cause bowel obstruction and perforation, reactivation of Hepatitis B infection, Cardiac arrhythmias, tumour lysis syndrome, and angina in some patients. Hence, careful monitoring should be done during the entire treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Uses of Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml
Medicinal Benefits
Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml contains Rituximab, which belongs to the class of monoclonal antibodies. It works by inhibiting the DNA and RNA transcription that is essential for cancer cell growth. This helps prevent the growth and further spread of cancerous or non-cancerous cells. On the other hand, Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml works by interfering with the immune system process that causes inflammation in the joint tissues. Thus, it reduces pain and inflammation and prevents joint damage and disease progression over time.
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Drug Warnings
Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components present in it. Let your doctor know about your complete medical history, including current medication, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Before administration, inform your doctor if you have liver/kidney disease, hepatitis B Virus infection, cardiac disorders, any active infections, or gastrointestinal disorders. Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml may cause bowel obstruction and perforation, reactivation of Hepatitis B infection, Cardiac arrhythmias, tumour lysis syndrome (tumour cells release their contents into the bloodstream), and angina in some patients. Hence, careful monitoring should be done during the entire treatment. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
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Alcohol
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It is not known if alcohol interacts with Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml. Please consult the doctor.
Pregnancy
Caution
If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
If you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
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Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml will be administered in the hospital setting. Hence, avoid driving.
Liver
Caution
If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml. A dose adjustment of this medicine or a suitable alternative may be advised based on your condition.
Kidney
Caution
If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before receiving Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml. A dose adjustment of this medicine or a suitable alternative may be advised based on your condition.
Children
Consult your doctor
Rituxy 500 Injection 50 ml will be given to the children only if needed. If administered, careful monitoring of the child is needed.
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