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Mepolizumab – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: NUCAL

Strength: 100 mg/1ml | Form: Powder For Oral Solution

Price in UAE: AED 6212.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Mepolizumab

Class: | Monoclonal antibody (IL-5 antagonist) Use: | Treatment of severe eosinophilic asthma, eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), and hypereosinophilia Adult dose: | 100 mg subcutaneously once every 4 weeks Pediatric dose: | Not approved for use in pediatric patients under 18 years of age Side effects: | Headache, injection site reactions, back pain, fatigue, and abdominal pain Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to mepolizumab or any component of the formulation

Drug Class

Monoclonal antibody (IL-5 antagonist)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of severe eosinophilic asthma, eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA), and hypereosinophilia

Storage Requirements

Store in the refrigerator at 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); do not freeze; protect from light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline Trading Services Limited, IRELAND

Package Size

1 Glass Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 6212.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

100 mg subcutaneously once every 4 weeks

Pediatric Dose

Not approved for use in pediatric patients under 18 years of age

Side Effects

Headache, injection site reactions, back pain, fatigue, and abdominal pain

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to mepolizumab or any component of the formulation

Important Warnings

Risk of hypersensitivity reactions; monitor for signs of infection; not for acute asthma attacks

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Mepolizumab available in UAE pharmacies:

NUCAL 100 mg/1ml Powder For Oral Solution NUCALA 100 mg Solution For Injection NUCALA 100 mg Solution For Injection NUCALA 100 mg/ml Powder For Solution For Subcutaneous Injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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