RISTOVA 500MG Injection.

Introduction (Ristova 500 mg)

Ristova 500mg Injection contains Rituximab. It is used in the treatment of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), rheumatoid arthritis, blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia), microscopic polyangiitis, and Wegener’s granulomatosis. It harms cells causing joints more harm. It lowers the body’s g their death. It is arthritis changing drug. It helps to lower the swelling and signs. It protects against harmful responses to diseases of the immune system.

Rituximab

Rituximab is a type of drug known as biological therapy. The immune system creates inflammation to protect the body from infections. A group of cells in the immune system, are called B-cells. It can cause unnecessary inflammation which damages the body’s healthy tissue. Rituximab works to lower the number of B-cells to reduce inflammation, pain, swelling, and joint damage. It improves the symptoms 8-16 weeks after starting treatment.

Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

It is a type of cancer that develops in the lymph nodes and lymphatic tissue found in organs such as the stomach, intestines, or skin. In non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, white blood cells called lymphocytes grow abnormally and can form growths throughout the body. It includes symptoms such as enlarged lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, weight loss, and tiredness. Other symptoms may include bone pain, chest pain, or itching. Some forms grow slowly while others grow fastly.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis causes joint inflammation and pain. It is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease. It occurs when the immune system doesn’t work properly and attacks the lining of the joints called synovium. It is a condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in joints. It affects around 400,000 adults aged 16. They are strap-like bands that connect your muscles to your bones. Some symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include tenderness, warmth, and fatigue. Fever, loss of appetite, swelling, and stiffness of joints.

Blood cancer

Blood cancer is a type of cancer that affects your blood cells. Leukemia ( white blood cell) cancer. It is caused by changes in the DNA within blood cells. These blood cells start behaving abnormally. It affects the production and function of the blood cells. Most cancer starts in the bone marrow where blood is produced. In most blood cancers, the normal blood cell development process is broken by the uncontrolled growth of abnormal blood cells or cancerous cells. It prevents your blood from performing functions like fighting infection or preventing serious bleeding. 

Ristova 500mg is an injection given under doctor supervision. Ristova 500mg Capsule should be taken without a meal at a fixed time every day. Before taking medicine consult your doctor. Dose and duration will be decided by the necessity and need of the patient. It depends on the treatment and may change from time to time. You should take medicine as per your doctor’s advice. This medicine is strictly not recommended for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It takes some weeks and months to get a better result. Do not stop taking medicine before your doctor’s advice.

Common side effects of this medicine include headache, weakness, edema, infections, and hair loss. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells ( red and white blood cells). Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells.

Benefits of Ristova 500 mg

Treatment of Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL)

Ristova 500 mg injection lowers the immune response and helps to reduce pain and inflammation. It kills the cancer cells and prevents them from growing further. To protect yourself from infection, you should wash your hands and avoid crowds. Drink plenty of water. Stay hydrated.

Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis

Ristova 500 mg injection helps to treat inflammation, swelling, and pain caused due to rheumatoid arthritis. It decreases the immune response of the patients. If you have any kind of symptoms like fever, chills, or nausea. Please consult your doctor to get relief from the symptoms. The dose and frequency of the medicine will prescribe by your doctor.

Treatment of blood cancer

This medicine kills or stops the growth of cancer cells. It also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a very effective medicine you should consult with your doctor to know the benefits and risks of the medicine. If you have any side effects please consult with your doctor.

Side effects of Ristova 500mg Injection

Some of the major and minor side effects of this medicine are. But not all side effects need a doctor’s attention. If you observe any side effects become serious. You may consult your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include

• Pain
• Fever
• Bacterial infections
• A low number of blood cells
• Infection of the blood
• Dizziness
• Heart problem
• High or low blood pressure
• Increased sweating
• Migraine
• Hair loss
• Nose bleeds
• Swelling in hands and feet
• Indigestion
• Constipation
• Redness of skin
• Depression
• Skin disorders

How to take Ristova 500mg injection?

It has taken the form of an injection. Always take this medicine as per your doctor’s consultation. Take it with or without food. Dose and duration will decide your doctor. Drink plenty of water. Do not miss the dose. If you miss a dose skip the missed dose and follow your schedule regularly on the next day. Do not double the dose. Take medicine every day on time as prescribed by your doctor. Much other medicine can affect this medicine so let your doctor know all medication you are using during the treatment.

How do Ristova 500 mg work?

It is an injection that acts as a monoclonal antibody. This is new and used to treat cancer. It targets cancer cells in the body. This drug binds the CD20 antigen that is present in the B lymphocytes. It targets the unwanted activity of immune cells and certain types of cancers.