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Alternate Names:Elspar (not available in Canada)
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What is Elspar (not available in Canada) used for? |
Elspar (not available in Canada) is used to treat acute lymphocytic leukemia. It is generally used in combination with other medicines to induce remission. It is not to be used to maintain remission.
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When should Elspar (not available in Canada) not be taken?
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Do not take Elspar (not available in Canada) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Elspar (not available in Canada) you have or have a history of inflammation of the pancreas |
What precautions should I follow when taking Elspar (not available in Canada) ?
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Before using Elspar (not available in Canada), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition (eg, liver problems) |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Elspar (not available in Canada)?
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Elspar (not available in Canada) should only be given by an experienced health care provider in a medical setting. Do not inhale medicine dust or vapors or allow contact with skin or mucous membranes. |
What are the side effects of Elspar (not available in Canada)?
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Most severe: Severe allergic reaction; severe breathing problems; high fever; severe bleeding; hallucinations.
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Most common: Rash; hives; joint pain; depression; drowsiness; fatigue; confusion; agitation; chills; fever; nausea; vomiting; loss of appetite; stomach cramps; weight loss; headache; irritability.
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How should I take Elspar (not available in Canada)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated, your age, and weight. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Elspar (not available in Canada) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Elspar (not available in Canada) should be given by an experienced health care provider in a medical setting. Avoid contact with the eyes or skin, or inhaling Elspar (not available in Canada). Irritation can occur. If contact does occur, wash the area and contact your doctor at once. Diabetes patients should monitor their blood sugar levels more often. Lab tests will be required to monitor therapy. Be sure to keep appointments. Do not stop taking Elspar (not available in Canada) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Elspar (not available in Canada). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider.
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How should Elspar (not available in Canada) be stored?
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Store Elspar (not available in Canada) between 36 and 46 degrees F. Unused, reconstituted solution should be stored between 36 and 46 degrees F and thrown away after 8 hours, or sooner if it becomes cloudy. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Elspar (not available in Canada), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Elspar (not available in Canada) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Elspar (not available in Canada). If you have any questions about Elspar (not available in Canada), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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