Xgeva 120Mg Injection
About Xgeva 120Mg Injection
Xgeva 120Mg Injection is used to prevent bone-related problems in patients who are suffering from a specific type of tumor which has already spread to the bones. It is also often used for treating giant cell-tumor of bones which cannot be treated via surgery. Xgeva 120Mg Injection also helps in treating the high blood calcium levels in patients suffering from cancer. Xgeva 120Mg Injection works by increasing bone strength and inhibiting bone loss, thus ensuring that bone-related problems are minimized.
Before using Xgeva 120Mg Injection, make sure you tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medicine or dietary supplements, if you have allergies to certain medicines or foods, if you have a history of high cholesterol or blood clotting problems, if you have a history of kidney problems, if you have any dental problems, or if you have ever received any form of radiation or chemotherapy.
Xgeva 120Mg Injection is administered intravenously. Common side effects of Xgeva 120Mg Injection include constipation, decreased appetite, back pain, joint pain, nausea, headache, vomiting, tiredness and weakness. Rarer side effects include allergic reactions, muscle cramps, spasms and seizures.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Xgeva 120Mg Injection
Osteoporosis
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Xgeva 120Mg Injection ?
Rash
Eczema
Pain In Extremity
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
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Is It safe with alcohol?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Xgeva 120mg injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Human and animal studies have shown significant adverse effects on the foetus. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication acts as a monoclonal antibody for humans, which is generally used to treat certain conditions of the bone. The medication prevents the osteoclasts from being matured by inhibiting the RANKL formation.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
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