Ganite - Gallium Nitrate - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Ganite.
• Ganite
• GAL-ee-um NYE-trate

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Ganite Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from sunlight.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat high levels of calcium in the blood often associated with cancer.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially.

Read Before Using Ganite (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Ganite Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this product with others.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is diluted in fluid and slowly infused into a vein.
• This medication is usually given with large amounts of fluids.
• Your intake and output of fluids will be monitored closely while taking this medication.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, or metallic taste.
• If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Check with your doctor.

Warning

• If you have high levels of calcium in the body caused by cancer (cancer-related hypercalcemia), the use of gallium nitrate with other drugs that affect kidneys (for example, gentamicin, tobramycin, amphotericin B) can lead to severe kidney problems.
• If one of these other medications must be used, gallium nitrate must be stopped.
• Fluids (hydration) should be given for several days after the other drug has been stopped.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you have increased urination at night, weakness, confusion, muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, or unpleasant taste.
• Your doctor will be monitoring you closely to check your progress.