Unituxin
Generic name:dinutuximab [ DIN-ue-TUX-i-mab ]
Drug class:Miscellaneous antineoplastics
What is Unituxin?
Unituxin is used with other medicines to treat neuroblastoma (a rare cancer of the nervous system) in children.
Unituxin is usually given after the child has had some improvement from other treatments.
Unituxin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Call your doctor at once if your child has severe or worsening pain, numbness, tingling, weakness, or problems with walking or daily activities.
Some side effects may occur during the injection or up to 24 hours afterward, including dizziness, skin rash, chest tightness, wheezing, trouble breathing, or swelling in the face.
Before taking this medicine
Your child should not be treated with Unituxin if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if the child has ever had:
any type of bacterial, fungal, or viral infection;
an eye disorder or vision problems;
bone marrow suppression;
an electrolyte imbalance (such as low blood levels of potassium, sodium, or calcium);
liver or kidney disease; or
urination problems.
How is Unituxin given?
Unituxin is injected into a vein.
Unituxin is injected slowly over 10 to 20 hours.
Unituxin is given in a 28-day treatment cycle. Your child will receive this injection only on certain days of the cycle.
Your doctor will decide how many cycles your child should receive.
Your child may be given other medicines to help prevent certain side effects.
Your child will be watched for at least 4 hours to make sure he or she does not have a reaction to the medicine.
Your child may need frequent medical tests and treatment may be delayed based on the results.
What happens if I miss a dose?
In a medical setting your child is not likely to miss a dose.
