Alemtuzumab Benefits & Uses

Alemtuzumab is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Alemtuzumab Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Multiple Sclerosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Initially 12 mg IV daily on 5 consecutive days then take after 12 months 12 mg IV daily on 3 consecutive days
Geriatric	Disease: Multiple Sclerosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Initially 12 mg IV daily on 5 consecutive days then take after 12 months 12 mg IV daily on 3 consecutive days

Alemtuzumab Related Warnings

Is the use of Alemtuzumab safe for pregnant women?

Alemtuzumab can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Alemtuzumab safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Alemtuzumab. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Alemtuzumab on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Alemtuzumab on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alemtuzumab on the Liver?

Side effects of Alemtuzumab rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Alemtuzumab on the Heart?

Alemtuzumab can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Alemtuzumab with Other Drugs

Alemtuzumab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Filgrastim

Moderate

Digoxin

Amlodipine

Furosemide

Captopril

Alemtuzumab Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alemtuzumab unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Infections
Heart Disease
Pneumonitis
Gallstones
Depression
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Alemtuzumab

Is this Alemtuzumab habit forming or addictive?

Alemtuzumab is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Alemtuzumab will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Alemtuzumab is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Alemtuzumab is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Alemtuzumab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alemtuzumab

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Alemtuzumab with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Alemtuzumab

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Alemtuzumab with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lemtrada® (alemtuzumab)

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