Ontak - Denileukin Diftitox - Injectable Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Ontak.
• Ontak
• den-ih-LEW-kin DIFF-teh-tox

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

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

Possible Side Effects

• Flu-like symptoms (for example, fever, chills, sore throat, unusual weakness, muscle aches), nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, dizziness, nervousness, lightheadedness, cough, runny nose, or headache 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.

Usage Instructions

• This medication has very specific directions for use.
• Follow all instructions for proper handling (for example, thawing and swirling the vials), mixing, and diluting with the correct IV fluids.
• If you have any questions regarding the use of this medication, consult your pharmacist.
• Do not shake the container/vial.
• Give this medication by vein (IV) over at least 15 minutes in a preservative-free saline solution.
• Usually this drug is given once daily for 5 days only, or as directed by your doctor.
• The dosage and length of treatment is based on your weight, medical condition, and response to therapy.
• The dose cycle (every day for 5 days) is usually repeated every 3 weeks, or as determined by your doctor.
• Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
• If either is present, do not use the liquid.
• When used for an extended period, this medication may not work as well and may require different dosing.
• Consult your doctor.
• Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
• Consult your pharmacist.

Overdose

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

Warning

• Denileukin is a potent medication that should only be given in a proper facility (for example, hospital, clinic) with the recommended safety/monitoring equipment available.
• Consult your doctor.

Ontak Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory and/or medical tests (for example, albumin levels, blood counts, liver function tests) will be performed to monitor your progress and/or the occurrence of side effects.

Read Before Using Ontak (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Ontak Storage Instructions

• Store frozen at, or below 14 degrees F (-10 degrees C).
• Before using, thaw the vial/solution in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C) for not more than 24 hours or at room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) for 1 to 2 hours.
• Do not heat the solution and do not re-freeze the solution.
• Discard any unused portion of the vial.

Medicinal Applications

• Denileukin diftitox is used to treat a certain type of cancer (recurrent or persistent cutaneous T-cell lymphoma/CTCL).

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule.