Ojemda 25mg/mL suspension
This medication is typically used as part of cancer treatment.
Instructions
This medication must be prepared as follows immediately before administration:
- Using the oral dosing syringe provided, withdraw exactly 14 mL of room-temperature water.
- Add the water to the bottle containing the powder.
- Replace the cap on the bottle and shake well for 60 seconds. If the powder has not dissolved after 2 minutes of shaking, contact your pharmacist.
- After preparation, let the bottle stand for 1 minute.
- Open the bottle and firmly insert the adaptor into the bottle.
- Draw a volume of air into the oral dosing syringe equal to the dose prescribed by your healthcare professional.
- Insert the tip of the syringe into the bottle adaptor and inject the air into the bottle.
- Keep the syringe in place and turn the bottle upside down. Pull back the plunger to withdraw the prescribed dose in mL.
- Turn the bottle upright and place it on your work surface.
- Slowly remove the syringe tip from the adaptor by pulling on the syringe barrel. Do not hold the syringe by the plunger.
- Administer the dose using the oral syringe.
- The oral suspension must be administered within 15 minutes of preparation. Discard any unused portion.
- Two vials may be required to obtain the prescribed dose. If so, repeat the steps above for the second bottle.
- For more information, refer to the manufacturer's instructions.
To fully benefit from the effect of this medication, and to limit any adverse reactions, make sure that the health care facility overseeing your treatment has provided you with all the information needed to properly administer this drug.
This medication is typically used only once a week. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed.
You should take this medication at approximately the same time each day. If you vomit immediately after taking a dose, take it again.
If you forget a dose, contact your pharmacist. This medication may be taken with or without food.
Side effects
In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some adverse effects, notably:
- it may alter your hair color;
- it may cause headaches;
- it may cause spots or redness of the skin;
- it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting;
- it may make your skin more sensitive to UV rays (e.g., sunlight, tanning lamps) - avoid exposure to UV rays as much as possible and protect yourself when out in the sun;
- it may cause pain in the mouth.
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing adverse effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
Storage
As with most medications, this product should be stored at room temperature. Store it in a secure location where it will not be exposed to excessive heat, moisture or direct sunlight. Make sure that any leftover portion is disposed of safely.
Additional Information
Although the drugs you are taking are intended to help you, they can be harmful to those around you. Make sure that a professional who oversees your treatment has given you all the necessary precautions.
Taking this medication during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use a condom or another contraceptive method, except contraceptive that contains hormone (birth control pill, patch, etc.), during the treatment and for several weeks after the end of it. Men who are taking the medication should also use an effective contraceptive method during treatment. Ask your health care professional for details.
This information handout only provides an overview of your treatment. Given the complex nature of your treatment, you will receive information that is much more comprehensive and that deals specifically with your needs. Make sure that you have all the relevant information regarding your medication.
General notes
When meeting with any health professional, it is important for you to share the following information:
- Your medical history and allergies (medication, food, or other);
- If you're pregnant or want to become pregnant, or if you're breastfeeding;
- If you use tobacco or cannabis or its derivatives, or if you use recreational drugs;
- The names of all the medications you take, whether you take them regularly or once in a while, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and natural health products.
It is also strongly recommended that you keep an up-to-date list of all the medications you take and carry it with you at all times. This could be useful if you have to see a health professional or need emergency care.
Keep all your medications out of the reach of children and pets and return any unused or expired medications to the pharmacy for proper disposal.