Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Medicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine in a medical facility. It is given through an IV placed into one of your veins. It must be given slowly, so the needle will have to remain in place for at least 15 minutes.

Your doctor may also give you other medicines (eg, fever medicine) before receiving this medicine.