Asparawem 5000Iu Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection
1 Powder For Injection(s) in Dry VialMRP ₹1086.00
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WEMBRACE BIOPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED
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POWDER FOR INJECTION
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Product Summary
| Uses | Acute lymphoblastic leukemia |
| Therapy | Anti-neoplastic |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite |
| Salt Content | L Asparaginase(5000.0 Iu) |
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Medical Description
Asparawem powder for injection is an anticancer medicine belonging to a class of enzyme-based chemotherapy agents. It contains the L-asparaginase enzyme crisantaspase derived from the bacterium Erwinia chrysanthemi.
It is used along with other chemotherapy medicines to manage patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia who have developed hypersensitivity to, or silent inactivation of, an E. coli-derived asparaginase.
It works by reducing asparagine (an amino acid) levels in the bloodstream. Normal cells can make their own asparagine, but certain leukaemic lymphoblasts depend more heavily on circulating asparagine. Reducing this amino acid in the blood stops protein synthesis in these cancer cells and leads to their death.
Common side effects of Asparawem powder for injection include nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, raised blood sugar levels, blood clotting abnormalities and hypersensitivity reactions.
Asparawem powder for injection is given through injection by trained nurses or doctors in a hospital or clinic setting. You should attend all the tests that your doctor recommends during and after Asparawem powder for injection treatment, including blood tests, liver function, blood glucose,clotting tests and pancreatic enzymes (amylase and lipase).
Uses
Contraindications
- If you have a history of severe hypersensitivity to or any of the inactive ingredients.
- If you have severely impaired liver function.
- If you currently have pancreatitis associated with previous asparaginase therapy.
Side effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions (ranging from mild rash and hives to severe anaphylaxis)
- Blood clotting abnormalities (decreased clotting factors leading to an increased risk of bleeding or blood clots/thrombosis)
- Hyperglycemia (elevated blood sugar levels) and alterations in glucose tolerance
- Elevated liver enzymes and bilirubin
- Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite
- Fatigue and weakness
- Infections
- Low white blood cell counts (which may increase risk of infections), low platelets (increased tendency of bleeding), and anaemia
- Abdominal pain and digestive discomfort
- Weight loss
- Changes in lipid profiles on blood test (elevated cholesterol or triglycerides)
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Severe hypersensitivity reactions
- Severe pancreatitis (intense abdominal pain radiating to the back, with nausea and vomiting)
- Seizures, coma, and posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (a rare but serious brain condition causing headaches vision changes, confusion, and seizures )
- Severe liver toxicity or liver failure
- Reduced kidney function
- Severe thrombosis or bleeding, including potentially life-threatening blood clots
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Alcohol
Driving
Other General Warnings
- You experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.
- You notice sudden swelling, pain, or redness in your arms or legs, or severe headaches, vision changes, confusion, or seizures.
- You develop signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, wheezing, or low blood pressure during or after administration.
- You experience extreme thirst, frequent urination, or confusion, which may indicate high blood sugar.
- You develop unusual bleeding or bruising, as Asparawem powder for injection can affect blood clotting.
- You have liver problems or develop yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, or severe weakness.
Directions for Use
- It is given as an injection by a trained healthcare professional.
- Your doctor will determine the dose and treatment schedule according to your leukemia treatment protocol.
- Patients should never attempt to change, delay, skip, or repeat a dose on their own.
Storage and disposal
- Asparawem powder for injection should be stored refrigerated in its original carton to protect it from light.
- Trained healthcare staff handle and prepare it, and administer it shortly after reconstitution.
- Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
- Unused medicine or waste material should be disposed of according to local guidelines for medicinal waste
Quick Tips
- Keep all scheduled blood test appointments so your doctor can monitor your clotting factors, liver enzymes, and blood sugar closely.
- Report any severe, sharp abdominal pain radiating to your back immediately as this can be an early sign of pancreatitis.
- Report unusual swelling, pain, or redness in your limbs, or breathlessness, or other symptoms that may indicate a blood clot.
- Seek immediate medical attention for sudden headaches, vision changes, confusion, or seizures, as these may indicate a serious neurological complication.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you get hives, rash, difficulty breathing, or facial swelling during or after your injection.
Dosage
Overdose
- There is no specific antidote for Asparawem powder for injection overdose.
- Overdose is unlikely as the medicine is given by a healthcare professional. If it occurs, supportive treatment and monitoring should be provided by your doctor.
Missed a Dose
- If you miss a scheduled dose or treatment session, contact your hospital immediately to reschedule.
- Do not attempt to make up a missed dose on your own.
How does this medicine work?
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Methotrexate or cytarabine: The order in which these medicines are given with Asparawem powder for injection can affect how well they work. Follow your prescribed chemotherapy schedule.
- Prednisone: Using it with Asparawem powder for injection may increase the risk of blood-clotting problems and other side effects.
- Vincristine: Careful scheduling is needed because giving Asparawem powder for injection first may increase vincristine-related side effects.
- Imatinib: Using it with Asparawem powder for injection may increase the risk of liver problems, so monitoring may be needed.
- Live vaccines: These should generally be avoided during treatment because your immune system may be weakened.
- Asparawem powder for injection should not be mixed with other medicines in the same syringe or infusion unless compatibility has been confirmed.
- Tell your doctor about all medicines, vitamins, supplements, and herbal products you take, especially those affecting blood sugar or blood clotting.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
References:
- Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA). Crisantaspase (Erwinase) powder for solution for injection/infusion: summary of product characteristics (SmPC) [Internet]. Dublin: HPRA; 2026 May [cited 2026 Aug 28].
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). Drugs@CDSCO [Internet]. New Delhi: Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India; [cited 2026 Aug 28].
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:ASPARAWEM
Manufacturer Name:WEMBRACE BIOPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED
Address:Albino Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd. - Village Shambuwala Paonta Road, Distt. Sirmour (H.P)-173001
Country of Origin:India
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Fulfillment Information: Asparawem 5000 IU Powder 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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