₨ 38,000.00
MBBS
Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Omalizumab
- Manufactured by : Novartis
- Drug Strength : 150 mg
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : 1 vial
- Product SKU : pg_24687_34273
Xolair Injection contains Omalizumab | belongs to Monoclonal antibody
Xolair 150mg (omalizumab) is used to treat moderate to severe asthma that is caused by allergies in adults and children who are at least 6 years old. Xolair is used when asthma symptoms are not controlled by asthma inhaled steroid medicine. It is not a rescue medicine for treating an asthma attack.
Xolair 150mg contains omalizumab which is now available in Pakistan. The price of Xolair 150mg is Rs. 38000 as of 22nd September 2020. The prices are updated regularly on this page.
How it works
Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the body that causes the symptoms of allergic asthma and hives.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported
- Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of skin
- Cough rare
- Headache
- Dizziness rare
- Difficulty with swallowing rare
- Chest tightness rare
- Unsual tiredness or weakness rare
- Pain in the joints, arms, or legs
Uses of Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported
What is it prescribed for?
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Asthma - Maintenance
This medicine is used for the management of moderate to severe persistent allergic asthma in patients whose symptoms are inadequately controlled with inhaled corticosteroids.
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Chronic idiopathic urticaria (CIU)
This medicine is used for the treatment of chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives) without a known cause in patients who have not responded successfully with antihistamine treatment.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
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Use in children
The safety and efficacy of Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported for the management of allergic asthma is not clinically established in children below 6 years of age. In chronic idiopathic urticaria, safety and efficacy of Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported is not clinically established in children below 12 years of age.
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Anaphylaxis
This medicine may cause severe anaphylactic reactions presenting as bronchospasm, hypotension, syncope, urticaria, and/or angioedema of the throat or tongue, etc. in some patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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Parasitic infections
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients at high risk of geohelminth infection due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
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Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Omacetaxine moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history or at risk of malignancies due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Effect on sleep is not established
References
- medlineplus.gov - Omalizumab [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a603031.html [cited 4/9/2020]. 2020
How to use Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported
For SC inj only. Doses gt; 150 mg should be divided over more than one site. May take 5-10 seconds to administer.
Reconstitution: Reconstitute using SWFI and allow 15 to 20 mins (on average) for lyophilized product to dissolve. Draw 1.4 mL sterile water for injection into a 3 mL syringe with a 1 inch 18G needle. Place the vial upright and inject sterile water into vial using aseptic technique. Gently swirl upright vial for about 1 min to evenly wet powder. Don’t shake. Every 5 mins, gently swirl for 5 to 10 seconds until solution contains no gel-like particles. Discard if powder takes longer than 40 mins to dissolve and start with a new vial. Once reconstituted, solution should be clear or slightly opalescent and may have a few small bubbles or foam around edge of vial.
Stability: Store under refrigerated conditions, 2°C-8°C (36°F-46°F).
what are the adverse effects of Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported?
Inj site reactions, headache, anaphylactic reactions.
What happens if I miss a dose of Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported?
Adults: By SC inj. According to IgE levels; See product literature. Children: Not recommended.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Xolair Injection 150 mg 1 Vial imported. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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