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Adstem 24mg Injection

Salt Composition: PLERIXAFOR

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Categories: Oncology

Conditions: Anti Cancer

Product Introduction

Adstem 24mg Injection is an antineoplastic medication containing plerixafor. It is used for mobilisation of blood stem cells for collection, storage, and transplantation. It is also indicated in lymphoma (white blood cell cancer), multiple myeloma (plasma cell cancer of bone marrow), or solid tumours. Inform your doctor if you have or have had any cardiac disease. Before beginning treatment, notify your doctor if you have elevated white blood cell counts, low platelet counts, or a history of dizziness or fainting, particularly before injection. This medicine is not recommended for stem cell mobilisation in patients with leukaemia.

Uses

Collect blood stem cells Lymphoma and multiple myeloma in adults Lymphoma or solid tumors in children (aged between 1 to 18)

How it works

Adstem 24mg Injection works by blocking a protein called CXCR4 (chemokine receptor) on stem cells, which helps them move from the bone marrow into the bloodstream. By blocking CXCR4, Plerixafor causes the stem cells to be released into the bloodstream, where the stem cells can be collected and isolated using a machine and stored for transplantation.

How to Use

Adstem 24mg Injection is administered as a subcutaneous injection (under your skin). If this drug is recommended for you, it will be given by a doctor. Do not self-administer. Your doctor will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the condition because it differs from person to person.

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Rashes and swelling around the eyes Difficulty in breathing Faintness Upper left abdomen pain Left shoulder pain Common Diarrhea Redness or irritation in the injection site Low RBC count (anemia) Constipation, indigestion Dry mouth, numbness Joint pains Sweating Difficulty in sleeping Headache

Expert Tips

You need to tell your doctor if you have any kidney disorders before taking Adstem 24mg Injection. Your physician may decide to adjust the dose or delay treating you depending on your kidney function. Please consult your doctor before starting this injection, and getting suggestions about fertility concerns from your doctor is recommended. Your doctor may take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function and blood cell count.

References

  1. 1. Genzyme Corporation, U.S. Food & Drug Administration [Revised on Dec 2017] [Accessed on 13th April 2021] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/022311s018lbl.pdf 2. Seacross Pharmaceuticals Limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Jan 2022] [Accessed on 20th April 2023], Plerixafor Seacross 20 mg/ml solution for injection - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) (medicines.org.uk) 3. James L. Zehnder, Agents Used in Cytopenias; Hematopoietic Growth Factors, Lange’s Basic and Clinical Pharmacology, 14th Edition, 2018, 591- 607.

Safety Advice

Pregnancy: unsafe Adstem 24mg Injection can cause harm to your unborn baby. Report to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking the Adstem 24mg Injection. Use effective contraception.

Lungs: Consult your doctor Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like difficulty in breathing. Contact your doctor for more lung-related concerns.

Breastfeeding: unsafe You must not breastfeed while being treated with Adstem 24mg Injection. Inform your physician if you are breastfeeding before taking this treatment.

Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.

Written By: Muskan Patel, M.Pharm

Reviewed By: Dr. Vishwa Patel, MBBS