Oprelvekin

Oprelvekin is a synthetic (man-made) version of a substance called interleukin-11. Naturally occurring interleukin-11 is produced by bone marrow cells in the body and helps to make platelets, which are necessary for proper clotting of blood. Oprelvekin is used to help prevent low platelet counts caused by treatment with some cancer medicines. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Oprelvekin is a synthetic (man-made) version of a substance called interleukin-11. Naturally occurring interleukin-11 is produced by bone marrow cells in the body and helps to make platelets, which are necessary for proper clotting of blood. Oprelvekin is used to help prevent low platelet counts caused by treatment with some cancer medicines. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Oprelvekin

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. The side effects listed below include only those that might be caused by oprelvekin. To find out about other side effects that may be caused by the cancer medicines you are also receiving, see the information about those medicines. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur: More common Fast heartbeat fluid retention irregular heartbeat shortness of breath sore mouth or tongue swelling of feet or lower legs white patches in mouth and/or on tongue Less common Bloody eye blurred vision severe redness and peeling of skin Incidence not determined bleeding blistering bloody urine blurred vision burning change in ability to see colors, especially blue or yellow cloudy urine coldness cough decrease or increase in amount of urine difficulty swallowing discoloration of skin dizziness fainting or lightheadedness fast heartbeat feeling of pressure hives increased blood pressure increased thirst infection inflammation itching loss of appetite lower back/side pain lumps nausea numbness pain puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes face, lips or tongue rash redness scarring shortness of breath skin rash soreness stinging stomach pain; swelling tenderness tightness in chest tingling troubled breathing ulceration unusual tiredness or weakness vomiting warmth at site weight gain wheezing This medicine may also cause the following side effect that your doctor will watch for: More common Heart rhythm problems Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: More common Red eyes weakness Less common Numbness or tingling of hands or feet skin discoloration skin rash at place of injection Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Allergic Reactions Including Anaphylaxis, Increased Toxicity Following Myeloablative Therapy, fluid retention, Dilutional Anemia, arrhythmias and pulmonary edema,Papilledema, Patients with a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack may also be at increased risk

Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, Cardiac / Hypertensive Patients, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

No adult dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

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