Each vial contains: Glutathione (as reduced L-Glutathione) 600 mg.
Pharmacotherapeutic Class: Glutathione is a physiologic tripeptide which involved in several biological processes and exerts an important role in detoxification reactions, protecting cells from the noxious effect of xenobiotics, of environmental and intracellular oxidants and from radiations.
Glutathione administered via parenteral belongs to the pharmacotherapeutic class of the antidotes.
Pharmacology: Pharmacokinetics: After intravenous infusion of 2 g/m2 of glutathione to healthy volunteers, plasma concentration of total glutathione increased from 17.5±13.4 μmol/L (mean ± SD) to 823±326 μmol/L. The volume of distribution of exogenous glutathione has been calculated to be 176±107 mL/kg and the plasma half life was 14.1±9.2 minutes. Cysteine concentration in plasma increased from 8.9±3.5 μmol/L to 114±45 μmol after the infusion. In spite of the cysteine increase, total plasma concentration of total cysteine, cysteine and mixed disulphides decreased, indicating an increased transport of cysteine inside the cells. Urinary excretion of glutathione and cyst(e)ine increased by 300% and 10% respectively, in the 90 minutes after infusion. These data show that the intravenous administration of glutathione markedly increases the concentration of sulphydryl containing compounds in the urinary tract and therefore also the availability of cysteine at cellular level. The high intracellular concentration of cysteine may be explain the protective effect against xenobiotics since this causes, directly or indirectly, an increased biosynthesis of glutathione.
As adjunct treatment to minimize the occurrence of toxicity associated with chemotherapy treatments.
The daily dose of Glutathione usually recommended for patients undergoing chemotherapy is 1.5 g/m2 (corresponding to 2500 mg) administered by slow intravenous infusion. The dosage however is dependent on age, weight and clinical conditions of the patient and should also be related to the dose and the administered schedule of the chemotherapeutic agent. In case of long term treatment, the lower dosages of the product can be employed (300 mg or 600 mg) to be administered by intramuscular route or slowly by the intravenous route or as prescribed by the physicians.
Direction for Reconstitution: Reconstitute the solution in the powder vial by drawing the sterile water of the ampoule by means of a syringe with an appropriate needle. Remove the aluminum seal of the vial and wipe closures with disinfectant, then insert the needle of the syringe in the vial through the center of the rubber closure and direct the flow of water toward the glass wall of the vial. Gently shake to ensure the complete solubilization, then administer the solution thus obtained by intramuscular or slow intravenous route. The reconstituted solution contains 150 mg/mL of glutathione. The reconstituted solution is stable for 8 hours at temperatures not exceeding 25°C. The reconstituted solution should be clear and devoid of visible particles. It should be used only for one uninterrupted administration and the incidental residue should not be employed.
No cases of overdose have been reported in the literature. If needed, symptomatic treatments may be employed.
Hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.
The available data shows that glutathione being a substance physiologically present in cells, does not cause unwanted effects in women during pregnancy or breast feeding. Preclinical studies do not indicate direct or indirect harmful effects with respect to pregnancy, embryonal/fetal development, parturition or post natal development. Efficacy and safety have not been assessed in children.
Warning Statement: The use of glutathione I.V. as a skin whitener is not approved by FDA Philippines. The public is strongly warned to refrain from using glutathione for this purpose in light of potential harm associated with such use.
The available data show that glutathione, being a substance physiologically present in cells, does not cause unwanted effects in women during pregnancy or breast feeding.
Preclinical studies do not indicate direct or indirect harmful effects with respect to pregnancy, embryonal/foetal development, parturition or postnatal development.
Resulting from the use of Glutathione I.V for skin whitening have been reported and include the following: Reports of adverse drug reactions ranging from skin rashes to the serious and potentially fatal Stevens Johnsons Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis.
Derangement in thyroid function.
Suspected Kidney dysfunction potential resulting in the kidney failure.
Severe abdominal pain in a patient receiving twice-weekly glutathione administered intravenously had been reported.
Incorrect technique in intravenous administration especially in association with administration by untrained persons may result in the following: Introduction of harmful microorganisms that can result in serious infections including potential fatal sepsis; Injection of air can lead to embolus which is also potentially fatal; Unsafe use of needles (recycling, sharing) can result in the transmission of Hepatitis B and even HIV; Counterfeiting of glutathione has been reported and may lead to use non-sterile preparations which could lead to serious infections.
No reports of pharmacological interactions with glutathione have been reported in the literature.
At the recommended dose, glutathione does not interfere with the therapeutic activity of the chemotherapeutic agent.
Incompatibilities: In the absence of compatibility studies, Glutathione (TAD-600) should not be mixed with other products.
Store at temperatures not exceeding 25°C. Protect from light.
V03AB32 - glutathione ; Belongs to the class of antidotes. Used in the management of methylmercury poisoning.
Tad-600 lyo powd for inj 600 mg
(+ 4 mL amp diluent) 10 × 1's
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