Hamsyl Injection contains Pegaspargase, a modified form of the enzyme L-asparaginase. To increase its half-life and decrease immunogenicity, pegaspargase is chemically bound to polyethylene glycol (PEG). This antitumor drug is mostly used to treat acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
In order to ensure effective contraception during treatment, let your doctor know about any heart, liver, or kidney problems you may have, any medications you are currently taking, and any use during pregnancy or lactation.
Hamsyl Injection contains Pegaspargase, a modified form of the enzyme L-asparaginase. To increase its half-life and decrease immunogenicity, pegaspargase is chemically bound to polyethylene glycol (PEG). This antitumor drug is mostly used to treat acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
Brand Name: Hamsyl
Composition: Pegaspargase
Mechanism of Action:
Pegaspargase functions by reducing asparagine, an amino acid that leukemia cells need to survive. Leukemia cells are unable to manufacture asparagine, but normal cells can. Pegaspargase causes leukemia cells to starve to death by degrading asparagine.
Uses:
Dosage and Administration:
It can be administered intramuscularly or intravenously. The patient's condition and the treatment plan may affect the dosage.
Side Effects:
Safety Advise:
Lungs 
The safety of Hamsyl Injection for individuals with lung issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.
Liver
The safety of Hamsyl Injection for individuals with liver issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.
Kidney
The safety of Hamsyl Injection for individuals with Kidney issues is uncertain. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.
Pregnancy
Hamsyl should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed, Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.
Breast Feeding
Using Hamsyl while nursing is most likely dangerous. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.
Storage:
Hamsyl should be kept in the refrigerator between 2°C and 8°C (36°F and 46°F). The formulation may be harmed by freezing, so avoid doing so.
How to use this Medication?
Pegaspargase is available as a liquid that a doctor or nurse can inject into a muscle or administer intravenously (into a vein) over the course of one to two hours in a hospital outpatient clinic or doctor's office. Typically, it is administered no more frequently than once every two weeks. Depending on how you react to the drug, your doctor will choose the optimum timetable for you.
Request a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient from your physician or pharmacist.
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