Ganciclovir Sodium Intraven. - Ganciclovir - Injection Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Ganciclovir Sodium Intraven.
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• gan-SYE-klo-veer

Ganciclovir Sodium Intraven. Storage Instructions

• Store vial at room temperature away form sunlight.
• Store reconstituted vial at room temperature.
• Do not refrigerate.
• Store the final intravenous solution in the refrigerator.
• Warm to room temperature before use and check expiration date.
• Do not freeze.

Read Before Using Ganciclovir Sodium Intraven. (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Ganciclovir Sodium Intraven. Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication is not a cure for CMV infections, so symptoms may continue.
• Regular eye examinations are recommended to evaluate the effectiveness of this therapy.
• Use of this medication in children has been limited.
• Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• Elderly persons should use this medication cautiously and have periodic kidney tests to see if dosage adjustments are necessary.

Drug Interactions

• Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription).
• This medication should be used under strict supervision by persons taking zidovudine (AZT) since the combination can result in severe blood disorders.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose could be expected to be extensions of symptoms noted in Side Effects section.

Medicinal Applications

• This is an antiviral medication used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections of the eye, or to prevent CMV disease.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection into a vein.
• Each dose is usually administered over a period of one hour.
• Use this medication exactly as prescribed.
• Do not stop using this medication or increase your dose without consulting your doctor.
• Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication.
• At least 6 to 8 glasses of water or other liquids are recommended daily.
• Keep all doctor appointments and lab visits.
• This medication can affect your blood.
• Lab tests will be scheduled routinely to closely monitor the effect of this medication on your blood.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Do not double dose if missed; check with your MD.

Possible Side Effects

• Diarrhea, nausea, stomach upset, loss of appetite, headache, dizziness, confusion, nervousness, vivid dreams, tremor, weakness, swelling of the feet or ankles and pain or irritation at the injection site have been reported.
• If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop.

Warning

• Ganciclovir injection must be used only to prevent CMV infection in HIV patients or organ transplant patients; or for people who have CMV eye infection and weak immune systems.
• This medication can cause severe blood disorders (for example, anemia, granulocytopenia, decreased platelets).
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop unusual fatigue, easy bruising or bleeding, or signs of an infection such as persistent fever or sore throat.