Uses
Isatuximab-irfc injection is used along with pomalidomide (Pomalyst) and dexamethasone to treat multiple myeloma (a type of cancer of the bone marrow) in adults who have received at least two other medications, including lenalidomide (Revlimid) and a proteasome inhibitor such as bortezomib (Velcade) or carfilzomib (Kyprolis). Isatuximab-irfc injection is in a class of medications called monoclonal antibodies. It works by helping the body to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.
Side Effects Of Isatuximab-irfc Injection
Isatuximab-irfc injection may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- diarrhea
- nausea
- vomiting
Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical treatment:
- chills, sore throat, fever, or cough; pain or burning upon urination; or other signs of infection
- unusual bleeding, easy bruising, or red blood in stools
- shortness of breath, dizziness or weakness, or pale skin
- Isatuximab-irfc may increase your risk of developing other cancers. Talk to your doctor about the risks of receiving this medication.
Isatuximab-irfc may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while receiving this medication.
Warnings & Precautions
Before receiving isatuximab-irfc injection:
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to isatuximab-irfc, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in isatuximab-irfc injection. Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
- tell your doctor if you have an infection.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should use birth control to prevent pregnancy during your treatment with isatuximab-irfc injection and for 5 months after your final dose. Talk to your doctor about birth control methods that you can use. If you become pregnant while receiving isatuximab-irfc injection, call your doctor. Isatuximab-irfc injection may harm the fetus.
- tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor may tell you not to breastfeed during your treatment with isatuximab-irfc.
Dosage Of Isatuximab-irfc Injection
Isatuximab-irfc injection comes as a solution (liquid) to be injected intravenously (into a vein) by a doctor or nurse. Initially, it is usually given on days 1, 8, 15, and 22 of the first 28-day cycle. After the first cycle, it is usually given on days 1 and 15 of a 28-day cycle. This cycle may be repeated as long as the medication continues to work and does not cause severe side effects.
A doctor or nurse will watch you closely while you are receiving the infusion and after the infusion to be sure you are not having a serious reaction to the medication. You will be given other medications to help prevent reactions to isatuximab-irfc. Tell your doctor or nurse immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms that may occur during the infusion or for up to 24 hours after you receive the infusion: nausea, shortness of breath, cough, or chills.
Your doctor may permanently or temporarily stop your treatment. This depends on how well the medication works for you and the side effects you experience. Be sure to tell your doctor how you are feeling during your treatment with isatuximab-irfc.
Ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer’s information for the patient.
Other
Keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your doctor may order certain lab tests to check your body’s response to isatuximab-irfc injection.
Before having any laboratory test, tell your doctor and the laboratory personnel that you are receiving isatuximab-irfc injection.
Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about isatuximab-irfc injection.
It is important for you to keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines you are taking, as well as any products such as vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements. You should bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to a hospital. It is also important information to carry with you in case of emergencies.
Source
All information has been provided courtesy of MedLinePlus from the National Library of Medicine and from the FDA.
