FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection is used to manage high levels of uric acid in patients with leukaemia, solid tumour malignancies and lymphoma who are receiving cancer therapy.

FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection may also be prescribed for other conditions as determined by the doctor.

FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection belongs to a class of drugs called urate oxidase enzymes. It works by eliminating excess uric acid accumulated in the body, which is produced when the cancer cells break down during chemotherapy.

The dosage and the drug form depends on the age, weight and medical condition of an individual.

FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection injection is administered only under the supervision of a healthcare provider. Do not self-medicate. It is administered as an intravenous infusion over 30 minutes.

The drugs that interact with FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection are:

• Amlodipine
• Aripiprazole
• Dactinomycin
• Deferoxamine
• Diatrizoate
• Eculizumab
• Gemcitabine
• Meperidine
• Phenazopyridine
• Rotigotine
• Sitagliptin
• Sulbactam

This is not a comprehensive list of drug interactions. Consult your doctor to know more about other possible drug interactions.

The following are the most common side effects of FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection :

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fever
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Stomach pain
• Chills
• Sore throat

The following are the severe side effects, and you may require immediate medical attention:

• Constipation
• Dark-coloured urine
• Mouth ulcers

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Please consult your doctor to know more about other possible side effects.

• Seek doctors advice before taking any other drug or herbal products while on FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection
• Avoid consumption of alcohol while on FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection
• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection causes dizziness or blurred vision.
• Keep the medicine away from children.
• Inform the doctor if you have to undergo any surgery, including dental surgery.

• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection .
• Inform the doctor if you are taking any other drugs, OTC medications, herbal products or nutritional supplements.
• Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing depression, liver or heart diseases.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

1. Can I continue using Allopurinol for gout while on FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection ?

Allopurinol may interfere with FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection and may produce false uric acid test results. Therefore, consult your doctor before using Allopurinol.

2. Is it common to develop persistent pain or redness at the site of injection while receiving FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection ?

The occurrence of pain or redness at the site of injection is rare while receiving FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection . However, please consult your doctor immediately.

3. What are the overdose symptoms of FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection ?

The overdose symptoms of FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection include muscle cramps, allergic reactions, seizures, chills and fever. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of the above symptoms.

4. Do I need to follow any dietary precaution while using FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection ?

Yes, follow a diet rich in fibre as constipation is one of the side effects of FASTURTEC 1.5mg Injection .