Mesna-Inj

Mesna-Inj Mesna is used along with ifosfamide or cyclophosphamide (anticancer medications) to protect against a bladder condition called hemorrhagic cystitis.

ALTERNATE NAMES Mesnex

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Mesna-Inj Mesnex Uses Mesna is used along with ifosfamide or cyclophosphamide (anticancer medications) to protect against a bladder condition called hemorrhagic cystitis. Storage After preparation, Mesna is stable for 24 hours at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Before preparation, store the vials at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C). Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Photos Mesna Inj 400ml amp How To Use Mesna is administered by injection into a vein by a health care professional. It must be given along with each ifosfamide dose and at 4 and 8 hours after each ifosfamide dose. Drink at least a quart (4 cups) of liquid each day while taking Mesna, unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Side Effects Headache, injection site reactions, flushing, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bad taste in mouth, loss of appetite, drowsiness, or coughing may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: pink or red urine, fever, throat swelling, flu-like symptoms, arm or leg pain. An allergic reaction to Mesna is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: other illnesses, allergies. Mesna may make you dizzy or drowsy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages. A preservative (benzyl alcohol) which may be found in this product or in the liquid used to mix this product (diluent) can infrequently cause serious problems (sometimes death) if given by injection to an infant during the first months of life (neonatal period). The risk is greater with lower birth weight infants and is greater with increased amounts of benzyl alcohol. Symptoms include sudden gasping, low blood pressure, or a very slow heartbeat. Report these symptoms to the doctor immediately should they occur. If possible, a preservative-free product should be used when treating neonates. Before using Mesna, tell your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known if mesna passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose It is important that each dose be used as scheduled. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor who will help establish a new dose schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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