MABTAS 500MG INJECTION

Mabtas 500mg injection contains the active ingredient rituximab. It is used to treat various diseases in adults. It can be used by itself or with other medications to treat Lymphoma (cancer that affects B-lymphocytes or white blood cells) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (a type of cancer that targets B-cells). It is also used for treating moderate-to-severe rheumatoid arthritis (a form of arthritis in which the immune system targets the body cells that line the joints it owns) when combined with methotrexate in adults. Other indications include granulomatosis and polyangiitis or microscopic angiitis (inflammation of blood vessels that predominantly affects the lungs and kidneys) for children and adults aged two years and over. It can also treat moderate to severe pemphigus vulgaris (an auto-immune condition that can cause painful pimples on the skin and the lining of the mouth, nose, throat, and genitals.
Mabtas 500mg injection is part of the class of drugs known as monoclonal anti-CD20 antibodies. Avoid taking this medication if you are allergic to rituximab or any other components of this medication or if you are immune-compromised or suffer from an active disease. Inform your doctor if you suffer from heart disease, failure, or breathing issues before starting the treatment. Discuss with your physician when you’ve had a hepatitis B infection, as the infection could reactivate in a handful of cases and is sometimes severe. Breastfeeding and pregnancy are not advised when receiving this treatment.
Common adverse reactions of Mabtas 500 mg injection include blood clots, decreased red blood cells, dizziness, and swelling of the body, face, and skin. Itchy skin, vomiting, sweating, and low or high blood pressure. Utilize effective contraceptives during treatment and for 12 months following the last dose if you do become pregnant. This medication can cause severe reactions to infusions during or within 24 hours of treatment. Inform your doctor or health professional if you have any reactions during infusions, including increased blood pressure and chest pains, headaches or breathing issues, nausea, or skin rashes. You may also experience throat swelling.