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Ganite Active Ingredients: Gallium Nitrate Injection Representative Names: Ganite What is Gallium injection? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should this medicine be used? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with Gallium? What side effects may I notice from receiving Gallium? What should I watch for while taking Gallium? Where can I keep my medicine? What is Gallium injection? (Back to top) GALLIUM NITRATE (Ganite™) is a drug used to the lower the amount of calcium in your blood if you have a high calcium level. Gallium may also be used to help treat Paget's disease or certain cancers. A generic gallium injection is not yet available. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of these conditions: •kidney disease •an unusual reaction to Gallium, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should this medicine be used? (Back to top) Gallium nitrate is given to you by a health-care professional by an infusion into a vein or by injection under your skin. You will probably receive this drug in a clinic or hospital. Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) It is important to get the correct amount of gallium nitrate. If you miss a scheduled appointment, promptly call your health care professional. What drug(s) may interact with Gallium? (Back to top) •aminoglycosides (a type of antibiotic, such as gentamicin or tobramycin) •amphotericin B •cisplatin •foscarnet •ganciclovir •pentamidine •vancomycin Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines. What side effects may I notice from receiving Gallium? (Back to top) Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: •decreased amount of urine or kidney problems •eye problems or difficulty seeing •fever •hearing loss or ringing in the ears •rash •shortness of breath •weakness or pain in a leg or arm Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •diarrhea •nausea or vomiting •pain at the injection site What should I watch for while taking Gallium? (Back to top) Visit your prescriber or health care professional for regular checks on your progress. Gallium nitrate can make your blood calcium level dangerously low. You will need regular blood tests while getting gallium. Ask your prescriber or health care professional about calcium in your diet. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) This does not apply. Each dose of gallium nitrate will be given in a clinic or hospital. You will not be given gallium nitrate to store at home. Last Updated:10/10/2003 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.