SIMULECT INJECTION

SKU: AH_ONC_5178 Categories: ,

Generic : Basiliximab (20mg)

Treatment : Prevention Of Kidney Transplant Rejection

Pack size  : 1.0 Injection in 1 Vial

Manufacturer : Novartis India Ltd

Made In : INDIA

UNIT PRICE

$1,472.16

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Simulect Injection belongs to the immunosuppressant group of medicines. It regulates the immune system to prevent rejection of the kidney transplantation. It is usually prescribed in combination with some other medicines.

Simulect Injection is a prescription medicine that must be administered by a healthcare professional. You must receive the exact dose of it as per the prescription. An overdose of this medicine may have serious side effects on the body.

The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, constipation, etc. It may also cause an injection site reaction (redness, pain, and swelling). The medicine can safely be used in children.

Before taking this medicine, it is important to consult your doctor if you have any ongoing medication for any underlying disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women must inform the doctor prior to the initiation of this treatment. During the treatment, your doctor may advise you some laboratory tests to know the effects of the medicine in the body.

BENEFITS OF SIMULECT INJECTION

In Prevention of kidney transplant rejection

Simulect Injection is used with other medications to prevent kidney transplant rejection. Rejection usually happens due to attack by the immune system of the person receiving the transplanted organ on the transplant itself, in people who are receiving kidney transplants. This medicine reduces the activity of a person’s own immune system and prevents any such rejection.

HOW TO USE SIMULECT INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW SIMULECT INJECTION WORKS

Simulect Injection suppresses the activity of body’s immune system and prevents rejection of the kidney transplantation.

SAFETY ADVICE

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Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Simulect Injection. Please consult your doctor.
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Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Simulect Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
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Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Simulect Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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Driving

SAFE
Simulect Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
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Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Simulect Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Simulect Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Simulect Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

SIDE EFFECTS

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Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Simulect

  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Indigestion
  • Vomiting
  • Weight gain
  • Headache
  • Pain
  • Swelling of hands
  • High blood pressure
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

FAQ's

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Q. What is Simulect Injection used for?

Simulect Injection is a class of medications called immunosuppressants. It is used to prevent immediate transplant rejection (attack of the transplanted organ by the immune system of the person receiving the organ) in people who are receiving kidney transplants.

Q. When you must not have Simulect Injection?

Inform your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to basiliximab, the active ingredient in Simulect Injection, or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Also, inform if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before the start of the treatment.

Q. How should this medicine be used?

This medicine comes as a powder to be mixed with water and injected intravenously (into a vein) by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or medical facility. It is usually given in 2 doses. The first dose is usually given 2 hours before the transplant surgery, and the second dose is usually given 4 days after the transplant surgery.

Q. When should I call my doctor right away?

Get medical help right away if you have signs of allergic reaction such as rash, hives, itching, and blisters. Also, let your doctor know if you experience wheezing, difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, muscle aches, swelling all over the body, fever, chills, difficult or painful urination.

Q. Can Simulect Injection be given to a breastfeeding woman?

There are no studies available concerning the excretion of basiliximab into breast milk. However, since Simulect Injection is an immunoglobulin G (IgG1K) antibody, it may cross the human placenta and may be excreted in human milk. Women receiving Simulect Injection should not breastfeed for 4 months following the last dose.

Q. How to relieve constipation during the treatment?

To relieve constipation, include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor’s prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.

Q. How to get relief from diarrhea while on treatment with Simulect Injection?

Food items with soluble fiber can help relieve diarrhea as they help absorb excess fluid from the body. These food items include bananas (ripe), orange, boiled potatoes, white rice, curd, and oatmeal. Diarrhea can cause dehydration in the body, so drink 8-10 glasses of water to avoid dehydration. You can also have soups and juice frequently to hydrate yourself.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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Pack size  – 1  Vial

pack form  – Injection

MORE INFORMATION

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 Information Leaflet

Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.

Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.

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