How is Kepivance administered?

Administration. Administer Kepivance by intravenous bolus injection. If heparin is used to maintain an intravenous line, rinse the line with saline prior to and after Kepivance administration [see DRUG INTERACTIONS]. The reconstituted solution contains no preservatives and is intended for single use only.

What is Kepivance used for?

A drug used to prevent and treat severe oral mucositis (mouth sores). It is used in patients with blood cancer who are being treated with high-dose chemotherapy and radiation therapy followed by an autologous stem cell transplant.

How is palifermin administered?

Palifermin comes as a powder to be mixed with liquid to be injected intravenously (into a vein). It is usually given once a day for 3 days in a row before you receive your chemotherapy treatment and then once a day for 3 days in a row after you receive your chemotherapy for a total of 6 doses.

What are the side effects of epoetin alfa?

More common

  • Bone or joint pain.
  • general feeling of tiredness or weakness.
  • heartburn or belching.
  • itching or stinging at the injection site.
  • loss of strength or energy.
  • muscle aches or weakness.
  • skin pain.
  • stomach discomfort, upset, pain, or swelling.

What is mucositis chemotherapy?

Mucositis is when your mouth or gut is sore and inflamed. It’s a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiotherapy for cancer. Although mucositis is usually painful, it can be treated. It should get better within a few weeks of finishing cancer treatment.

What helps mouth sores from chemo?

Treat the discomfort/pain.

  1. Use topical or local agents such as Orajel, or Zilactin-B apply generously.
  2. Combination mouth wash can be made (ingredients may require prescription).
  3. Use equal parts: xylocaine viscous solution, Zovirax® (alcohol-free), and Maalox®, or Mylanta®.

What should be monitored when taking epoetin?

It is very important that your doctor check the blood of you or your child on a regular basis while you are using this medicine. You may also need to monitor your blood pressure at home. If you notice any changes to your recommended blood pressure, call your doctor right away. .