Simulect 20 mg

Composition of Simulect 20 mg

Simulect 20 mg contains Basiliximab (20mg). It belongs to the Prescription-only medicine class of medicines.

Uses of Simulect 20 mg

Prevention of kidney transplant rejection

Key benefits

• In Prevention of kidney transplant rejection Simulect Injection is used with other medications to prevent kidney transplant rejection. Rejection usually happens due to attack by the immune system of the person receiving the transplanted organ on the transplant itself
• in people who are receiving kidney transplants. This medicine reduces the activity of a person's own immune system and prevents any such rejection.

How Simulect 20 mg works

Simulect Injection suppresses the activity of body's immune system and prevents rejection of the kidney transplantation.

How to take Simulect 20 mg

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Simulect Injection, please consult your doctor.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may be harmful — seek medical advice immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Simulect 20 mg

Most side effects of Simulect are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Simulect 20 mg

Warnings and precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine. Take it exactly as your doctor has directed, for the period directed. Do not share it with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem the same. Tell your doctor about every other medicine, supplement and herbal product you take. Report any unexpected or severe symptom to your doctor rather than stopping on your own.

Do not take Simulect if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will confirm this medicine is suitable for you.

Interactions with other medicines

Give your doctor and pharmacist a full list of everything you take.

How to store Simulect 20 mg

Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Simulect 20 mg

Simulect Injection is given as an injection into the veins by a healthcare provider only. The first dose is given 2 hours before transplantation and a second dose after 4 days of surgery. Avoid taking any vaccination while on treatment with this medicine without doctor consultation. Simulect Injection may increase your susceptibility to infections. Inform your doctor if you get any signs of infection during treatment.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

COMMON PRODUCTS

Therapeutic class:

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Drug class:

Prescription-only medicine

Chemical class:

Monoclonal antibody (mAb)