Metastron
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Metastron
SIDE EFFECTS
A single case of fatal septicemia following leukopenia was reported during clinical trials. Most severe reactions of marrow toxicity can be managed by conventional means.
A small number of patients have reported a transient increase in bone pain at 36 to 72 hours after injection. This is usually mild and self-limiting, and controllable with analgesics. A single patient reported chills and fever 12 hours after injection without long-term sequelae.
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DRUG INTERACTIONS
No information provided.
Last reviewed on RxList: 1/29/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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