Ganite

Ganite is used for:

Treating high calcium levels in the blood caused by cancer in patients who do not respond to proper fluid intake or fluid injected into the vein.

Ganite is a calcium resorption inhibitor. It works by inhibiting the usual release of calcium from the bone into the blood.

Do NOT use Ganite if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Ganite
• you have severe kidney problems

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Ganite :

Some medical conditions may interact with Ganite . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have kidney problems or low blood calcium levels

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Ganite . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Aminoglycosides (eg, gentamicin), amphotericin B, cyclosporine, or other medicines that can harm the kidneys because the side effects may be increased. Ask your doctor if you are unsure if any of your medicines might harm the kidney.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ganite may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Ganite :

Use Ganite as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Drinking extra fluids while you are taking Ganite is recommended. Check with your doctor for instructions.
• Ganite is usually administered as an injection at your doctor's office, hospital, or clinic. If you are using Ganite at home, carefully follow the injection procedures taught to you by your health care provider.
• If Ganite contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
• Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain local regulations for proper disposal.
• If you miss a dose of Ganite , contact your doctor immediately.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ganite .

Important safety information:

• Ganite may cause changes in vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Ganite .
• LAB TESTS, including kidney function tests and calcium and phosphorus levels, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Ganite is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Ganite during pregnancy. It is unknown if Ganite is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Ganite , check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Ganite :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include dark urine; difficulty urinating; nausea; vomiting.

Store Ganite at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Throw away the unused portion. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Ganite out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Ganite , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Ganite is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Ganite . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.