What it is used for
ONCASPAR is indicated as a component of antineoplastic combination therapy in patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular.
This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
Do not Freeze
Shelf lifetime is 8 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear, colourless solution for injection in a Type I glass vial closed with a grey rubber stopper and an aluminium seal with flip-off cap
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
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Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient pegaspargase
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
What it is used for
ONCASPAR is indicated as a component of antineoplastic combination therapy in patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL).
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous Infusion.
Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
Do not Freeze
Refrigerate
Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Oncaspar is a white to off white powder. After reconstitution, the solution is clear, colourless and free from visible foreign particles
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
open tool tip to find out more
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient pegaspargase
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
