Aloprim - Allopurinol Sodium - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Aloprim.
• Aloprim
• al-oh-PURE-in-ohl

Usage Instructions

• Follow all directions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids.
• If you have any questions regarding the use of this medication, consult your pharmacist.
• Give this medication by vein (IV) over approximately 30 minutes in a saline (NS) or dextrose (D5W) solution as directed by your doctor.
• The dosage and schedule is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.
• Drink plenty of water when using this medication.
• Do not mix this medication solution with any other IV fluids or medications.
• Consult your pharmacist for more information.
• This medication should be given 24 to 48 hours before the start of your cancer chemotherapy treatment.
• Consult your doctor.
• Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
• If either is present, do not use the liquid.
• Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
• Consult your pharmacist.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, and/or redness/swelling at the injection site may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur.

Aloprim Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.
• If you take the oral form of allopurinol, inform your doctor.

Medicinal Applications

• Allopurinol is used to treat high levels of uric acid in your body.
• Uric acid can cause gout.
• This injection is usually given to people with cancer a day or two before receiving chemotherapy.
• Chemotherapy kills cancer cells and these dead cells can cause very high levels of uric acid in your body (tumor lysis syndrome).

Aloprim Storage Instructions

• Store unmixed/powder vials at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C).
• After mixing and further dilution with IV fluids, this product is stable for 10 hours at room temperature.
• Do not refrigerate the mixed vial or diluted solution.
• Discard any unused portion of the vial.

Overdose

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

Read Before Using Aloprim (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.