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G-Cytathion Injection 1200mg (Glutathione (Reduced Form))

Prescription medicationInjections근육 · 정맥
Ingredient · strength
Glutathione (Reduced)›1200mg / 1 vial
Manufacturer / importer
(주)녹십자웰빙
Appearance
A colorless and transparent vial containing freeze-dried porous material that is white to off-white.
Packaging
10 vials/box
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201506222 · Notified 2015.08.31

Summary

Main use
Prevention of neuropathy induced by cisplatin
Who receives it
Adults
Adult administration
In severe cases, administer 600-1200mg intramuscularly or via intravenous infusion per day. In cases treated over several days or in mild cases, administer 300-600mg intramuscularly or via intravenous infusion per day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)녹십자웰빙

Efficacy & effects

Prevention of neuropathy induced by cisplatin

  • Neuropathic disorders
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It is used to prevent neuropathic disorders that may occur due to chemotherapy with cisplatin or similar agents.

How it is given

Adult administration

In severe cases, administer 600-1200mg intramuscularly or via intravenous infusion per day. In cases treated over several days or in mild cases, administer 300-600mg intramuscularly or via intravenous infusion per day.

Precautions

This medication may rarely cause severe allergic reactions such as anaphylaxis, so the patient's condition should be carefully monitored during administration. If symptoms such as facial pallor, decreased blood pressure, or irregular pulse occur, discontinue administration immediately. Additionally, hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes may rarely occur, and it is advisable to stop using the drug if such symptoms appear. Gastrointestinal side effects may include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain, so caution is advised. After preparing the solution, it must be used immediately, and caution should be taken to inject carefully while avoiding nerves and blood vessels when administering intramuscularly. When injecting repeatedly, it is preferable to avoid the same site and alternate sides. Special care should be taken when administering to children or minors. This medication should be stored in a secure place out of reach of children, and it is important not to transfer it to a different container from its original packaging. This helps prevent misuse of the medication and maintain its quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Facial pallor

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • loss of appetite
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air ingress, and it is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A colorless and transparent vial containing freeze-dried porous material that is white to off-white.

Package unit

10 vials/box

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