Elitek (Rasburicase) Vial

Elitek Vial is used in the treatment of high uric acid due to chemotherapy. It lowers uric acid levels in the blood which helps prevent kidney damage in cancer patients.

It is given as a slow Vial into veins by a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, vomiting, and rash. However, some side effects require immediate action, hence inform your doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing, chest pain, swelling in the face and throat, itching, or dizziness after taking this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check the levels of uric acid during treatment with this medicine. It is better to take plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.

Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know about all the medications you are using. Let your doctor also know if you have any preexisting medical conditions to make sure this medicine is safe for you.

Uses Of Elitek Vial

• Treatment of High uric acid due to chemotherapy

Benefits Of Elitek Vial

In Treatment Of High Uric Acid Due To Chemotherapy

Certain types of cancer, like kidney or bladder cancer, may cause high levels of uric acid due to ongoing cancer chemotherapy. This can worsen patient health conditions and also lead to more serious health issues. Elitek Vial helps reduce these high levels of uric acid and prevents further complications. This will ensure speedy recovery and improve your quality of life. Follow your doctor’s instructions and let your doctor know if you have any concerns.

Side Effects Of Elitek Vial

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.

Common Side Effects Of Elitek

• Nausea
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Hives
• Fever
• Diarrhea

How To Use Elitek Vial

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Elitek Vial Works

Elitek Vial works by causing a reaction with an enzyme that turns uric acid into an inactive substance (allantoin) thereby reducing uric acid levels.