Olimab Solution For Injection
1ml Solution For Injection in Pre Filled SyringeMRP ₹15458.40
₹8502.12
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INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
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SOLUTION FOR INJECTION
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Denosumab(60.0 Mg/Ml) |
| Uses | Osteoporosis |
| Therapy | Drugs for osteoporosis, onco supportive |
| Side effects | Frequent or painful urination Urinary tract infection Constipation Pain or discomfort in the abdomen |
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Medical Description
Olimab Injection is a medication used to strengthen bones and prevent fractures in patients at high risk of bone loss. It contains denosumab, which helps reduce bone breakdown, making bones stronger and less likely to break. This injection is especially prescribed for postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, men at high risk of fractures, and individuals receiving certain cancer treatments that can weaken bones.
Olimab Injection works by targeting cells that break down bone, slowing bone loss, and improving overall bone density. For patients taking long-term steroid medications or undergoing hormone therapy for prostate or breast cancer, it helps protect against bone complications caused by these treatments.
This injection is administered by a healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital setting and should never be self-administered. It is typically administered according to the schedule recommended by your doctor, and missing doses or changing the schedule without guidance can reduce its effectiveness.
To achieve the best results from Olimab Injection, it is essential to maintain an adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D. Proper nutrition, regular physical activity as recommended by your doctor, and avoidance of habits that harm bone health, such as smoking, can further enhance the benefits of treatment.
Some common side effects of Olimab Injection may include headache, musculoskeletal pain, pain in the arms or legs, nerve pain, constipation, and skin rashes. Most side effects are mild and temporary; however, if you experience persistent or severe reactions, please contact your doctor immediately. Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking, and consult them if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Uses
Contraindications
- If you have any allergy to denosumab or any other ingredient of Olimab injection.
- If your blood calcium level is low (hypocalcemia).
Side effects
- Pain in muscles and joints
- Pain in hands and legs (extremities)
- Frequent or painful urination
- Urinary tract infection
- Constipation
- Pain or discomfort in the abdomen
- Itching, dryness and redness on the skin
- Hair loss
- Numbness or tingling sensation that goes down your legs (sciatica)
- Respiratory tract infection
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Ear infection
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any underlying medical condition like liver or kidney disorder etc.
- Your blood calcium or vitamin D levels are below the normal range.
- You experience any unusual pain in the thigh, groin or hips.
- You experience any pain, swelling, redness or sores around your jaws, redness, swelling or pain in the skin etc.
- You are below 18 years of age.
- You have a habit of smoking or chewing tobacco.
- You are diagnosed with any cancer.
- You are on steroid therapy (oral or injectable).
- You are taking any other medicines for the treatment of bone loss.
- You experience numbness or tingling sensations, loss of consciousness, and confusion- it may be due to low levels of calcium in the blood.
Directions for Use
Storage and disposal
Quick Tips
- Take Olimab Injection exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- A healthcare professional must administer it; do not self-inject.
- Ensure adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D while on treatment.
- Maintain a healthy lifestyle by following a proper diet and engaging in regular exercise to support your bone health.
- Report any side effects like headache, muscle pain, nerve pain, constipation, or rash to your doctor.
- Inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this injection.
- Do not skip doses or change the schedule without consulting a healthcare professional.
- Continue to follow up on appointments to monitor bone health and treatment effectiveness.
- Avoid smoking and excessive alcohol to protect bone strength.
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Interactions with other medicines
- Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatments if you are taking for any disorder.
- Especially if you are already taking any other medicine containing denosumab, other medicines to treat bone-related disorders etc.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:OLIMAB
Manufacturer Name:INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Address:Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd - Plot No. 423/P/A, Sarkhej - Bavla Highway, Village-Moraiya, Taluka - Sanand, District-Ahmedabad-382 213, Gujarat, India.
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Olimab 60 MG/ML Solution For Injection (1) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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