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Rasburicase Active Ingredients: Rasburicase Representative Names: Elitek What is Rasburicase 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 Rasburicase? What side effects may I notice from receiving Rasburicase? What should I watch for while taking Rasburicase? Where can I keep my medicine? What is Rasburicase injection? (Back to top) RASBURICASE (Elitek™) works to lower high levels of uric acid in the blood. High levels of uric acid often occur after chemotherapy for certain types of cancer, like leukemia or lymphoma. Rasburicase helps prevent or treat high levels of uric acid during cancer treatments. Generic rasburicase 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: •G6PD deficiency •history of anemia •history of blood transfusion •an unusual reaction to rasburicase, yeast, mannitol, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should this medicine be used? (Back to top) Rasburicase is for infusion into a vein. A health-care professional will give this drug to you in a hospital or clinic setting. Contact your pediatrician or health care professional regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. This drug is regularly used in children. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) This does not apply. Your health care professional will watch your uric acid levels and give this treatment, usually once a day, for the amount of time needed. What drug(s) may interact with Rasburicase? (Back to top) •allopurinol 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 Rasburicase? (Back to top) Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: •chest pain •dizziness •fever •itching •rapid heart beat •skin rash or hives •trouble breathing Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •constipation •diarrhea •headache •nausea •stomach pain What should I watch for while taking Rasburicase? (Back to top) Visit your health care professional for regular checks on your progress. You will need to have regular blood tests during your treatment. You will receive close monitoring during your treatments. This treatment is usually well-tolerated. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) Rasburicase injection will be given to you in a clinic or hospital setting. You will not take this medicine at home. Last Updated:09/16/2002 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.