¿What is Asparaginase Erwinia?

Asparaginase is an enzyme, which has its application in hematological and antineoplastic therapeutics. It is called Erwinia Asparaginase because it is derived from a bacterium called Erwinia chrysanthemi.

Asparaginase Erwinia VON GOTT®

Presentation

Lyophilized Powder for reconstitution into Injectable Solution.

10,000 IU Vial.

Route of Administration: I.V. / I.M.

The use of Asparaginase Erwinia is contraindicated in the following cases:

✓ In patients with severe hypersensitivity reactions to Asparaginase Erwinia chrysanthemi, including anaphylaxis.

✓ In patients who have presented the following adverse reactions, after treatment with Asparaginases derived from E. Coli:

Severe pancreatitis.
Severe thrombosis.
Serious bleeding events.

The specialist will evaluate each case and the risk or benefit of continuing or not with Asparginase therapy.

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