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Adagen
OVERDOSE
There is no documented experience with ADAGEN® (pegademase bovine) (pegademase bovine) Injection overdosage. An intraperitoneal dose of 50,000 U/kg of ADAGEN® (pegademase bovine) Injection in mice resulted in weight loss up to 9%.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
There is no evidence to support the safety and efficacy of ADAGEN® (pegademase bovine) Injection as preparatory or support therapy for bone marrow transplantation. Since ADAGEN® (pegademase bovine) Injection is administered by intramuscular injection, it should be used with caution in patients with thrombocytopenia and should not be used if thrombocytopenia is severe.
Last reviewed on RxList: 12/4/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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