Asparaginase erwinia chrysanthemi

Details of the Drug

Generic Name:: Asparaginase Erwinia chrysanthemi
Pronunciation:: as-PAYR-uh-jih-NAYS er-WIH-nee-uh krih-SAN-theh-my
Drug Type:: Enzyme that prevents cancer cells from surviving
How the Drug is Given:: Intramuscular (IM) injection
Names:: Erwinaze®; Asparaginase Erwinia chrysanthemi

Indications and Usage

Asparaginase Erwinia chrysanthemi is an asparagine specific enzyme indicated as a component of a multi-agent chemotherapeutic regimen for the treatment of patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) who have developed hypersensitivity to E. coli-derived asparaginase.

Side effects needing medical attention

Serious allergic reactions (tightness in throat, abnormal swelling/redness or difficulty breathing), some of which may be life-threatening; inflammation of the pancreatitis (stomach pain); abnormal blood clotting (may have headache, pain in leg, arm, or chest); unusual bleeding; liver problems; nausea, vomiting, and abnormal blood sugar levels (may be thirsty or frequently urinate).

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