Ocrevus 300mg/10ml Injection (Ocrelizumab)

Ocrevus 300mg Injection contains Ocrelizumab which is now available in Pakistan at Jasmeds. The price range of the Ocrevus 300mg capsule is Rs 300,000/- to Rs 600,000/-.

Product Description

Brand: Ocrevus

Form: Injection

Size: 1 Vial Injection

Active Ingredient: Ocrelizumab

Manufacturer: Roche

Treatment: Multiple Sclerosis

 500,000

Description

How Does Ocrevus 300mg Injection Work? 

Ocrevus is a medication used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS). It works by targeting and destroying specific immune cells called B cells, which are thought to play a role in the development of MS. By reducing the number of these B cells, Ocrevus helps to reduce inflammation and damage to the nervous system, which can slow the progression of MS and reduce the number of relapses.

How Should You Take Ocrevus 300mg Injection?

Administration: Given as an intravenous (IV) infusion by a healthcare professional.

Dosing Schedule:

Initial Dose: Two 300mg infusions, given two weeks apart.
Maintenance Dose: A single 600mg infusion every six months after the initial doses.
Pre-Medications: Corticosteroids, antihistamines, and antipyretics may be given before infusion to reduce side effects.
Monitoring: Patients are monitored during and after the infusion for potential allergic reactions or infusion-related side effects.

Additional Details

Uses of the Ocrevus 300mg Injection

Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Used to treat relapsing forms of MS (RMS) and primary progressive MS (PPMS) in adults.

Mechanism: Works by targeting and depleting B-cells (CD20+), reducing inflammation and slowing disease progression.

Benefits: Helps prevent relapses, delays disability progression, and reduces new brain lesions in MS patients.

Administration: Given as an intravenous (IV) infusion under medical supervision.

Warnings and Precautions of Ocrevus 300mg Injection

  • Infusion Reactions – Common and can be serious; premedication (steroids, antihistamines) is recommended.
  • Infections – Increased risk of respiratory and herpes infections; avoid live vaccines.
  • Hepatitis B Reactivation – Screen for HBV before starting; monitor closely.
  • Immunosuppression – CD20+ B-cell depletion may increase infection risk; monitor immunoglobulin levels.
  • Malignancy Risk – Potential link to breast cancer; monitor for symptoms.
  • Pregnancy & Contraception – Avoid during pregnancy; use contraception during treatment and 6 months after.

Vaccination – Live vaccines contraindicated; inactivated vaccines may be less effective.

Possible Side Effects of Ocrevus 300mg Injection

Common Side Effects:

Infusion Reactions (most frequent): Fever, chills, rash, itching, nausea, headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, or throat irritation during or after infusion.

Infections: Increased risk of upper and lower respiratory infections, herpes infections, urinary tract infections.

Serious Side Effects:

Hepatitis B Reactivation: Can be life-threatening; requires screening before treatment.

Severe Infusion Reactions: Anaphylaxis, hypotension, or difficulty breathing may occur.

Weakened Immune System: Increased risk of severe infections due to B-cell depletion.

Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML): A rare, fatal brain infection caused by the JC virus; monitor for neurological symptoms.

Cancer Risk: Increased incidence of breast cancer; other malignancies possible.

Other Side Effects:

Fatigue

Skin infections

Joint pain

Low white blood cell count (neutropenia)

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