MabThera 500 mg – Vial

MabThera is a biological medicine used to treat certain types of blood cancer and lymphomas, as well as rheumatoid arthritis and some autoimmune diseases. It contains the active ingredient rituximab, a monoclonal antibody that targets the CD20 protein found on the surface of B lymphocytes, helping to destroy abnormal or disease-causing cells.

Indications:

• Treatment of Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL)

• Treatment of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)

• Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in combination with methotrexate

• Certain autoimmune diseases such as vasculitis

How to Use:

• Administered via intravenous infusion only by healthcare professionals

• Dosage and infusion rate are determined by the physician based on the condition

• Pre-medication (such as antihistamines or corticosteroids) may be required to reduce infusion-related side effects

Warnings & Precautions:

• May cause infusion reactions such as difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, or rash

• Increases the risk of infections; report any signs of infection to your doctor

• Use with caution in patients with a history of heart or liver disease

• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a physician

Possible Side Effects:

• Infusion-related reactions (fever, chills, headache)

• Nausea or vomiting

• Low blood cell counts

• Frequent infections

• Rash or itching

Storage:

• Store in a refrigerator at 2–8°C

• Do not freeze

• Keep away from light and out of reach of children