Asparaginase
Information about Asparaginase
Asparaginase Uses
Asparaginase is used in the treatment of sickle cell anemia, prostate cancer, blood cancer (acute lymphocytic leukemia), soft tissue sarcoma and Hodgkin’s disease.
How Asparaginase works
Asparaginase belongs to class of medications called antineoplastic agents. Asparaginase is an enzyme that interferes with natural processes necessary for cancer cell growth, thereby killing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.
Common side effects of Asparaginase
Hypersensitivity, Thromboembolism
Available Medicine for Asparaginase
BionaseBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries
₹16801 variant(s)
AsginaseSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹1053 to ₹15632 variant(s)
CelginaseCelon Laboratories Ltd
₹9751 variant(s)
LagicadCadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹1086 to ₹17932 variant(s)
OnconaseUnited Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹982 to ₹15952 variant(s)
LeucoginaseVhb Life Sciences Inc
₹1083 to ₹15992 variant(s)
OncoginaseChandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd
₹987 to ₹15292 variant(s)
AspraginazZuvius Life Sciences
₹1146 to ₹17492 variant(s)
LagipegCadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹229901 variant(s)
Expert advice for Asparaginase
- Asparaginase is given as an injection into the veins, muscles or under the skin by the healthcare provider.
- It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and stay hydrated while taking this medication.
- Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
- You may need to have blood tests to monitor your blood cells, liver function and kidney function during treatment.
- It can cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Hence, monitor your blood sugar level regularly.