Rituximab Equity 100 mg and 500 mg Solution for infusion
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of various B-cell malignancies and autoimmune diseases.
Dosage (summary)
375 mg/mu00b2 IV weekly for 4 doses for NHL; 1000 mg IV for RA; adjust for CLL and GPA/MPA.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 30 mins, Duration: variable based on indication.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Paediatric population
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended in pregnancy; avoid breastfeeding during and 12 months after treatment.
Key Drug Interactions
- Fludarabine
- Cyclophosphamide
- Methotrexate
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to rituximab
- Active severe infections
- Severe heart failure
Common side effects
- Infusion-related reactions
- Infections
- Neutropenia
Counselling Points
- Monitor for infusion reactions
- Screen for HBV before treatment
- Avoid live vaccines
Serious warnings
- Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy
- Hepatitis B reactivation
- Tumour lysis syndrome
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