What is Asparlas? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published May 13, 2021

Asparlas overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Asparlas

Generic Names:

  • Asparlas

Uses:

  • Treats acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Antineoplastic Agent

Forms:

  • Injectable

How it’s taken:

  • By injection

What is Asparlas used for?

What form(s) does Asparlas come in?

  • Injectable

What are common Asparlas dosages?

  • Vial 5ML of 3750UNIT/5ML

Asparlas images - What does Asparlas look like?

  • Asparlas
    5ml of 3750unit/5ml vial

How to take Asparlas

  • Injection route: Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine must be given slowly, so the needle will have to stay in place for at least 1 hour.

  • Injection route: You will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Asparlas

Asparlas contraindications - Who shouldn't take Asparlas?

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to calaspargase pegol-mknl or similar medicines, or if you have severe liver disease, or a history of blood clots, pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas), or bleeding problems during previous treatment with this medicine or similar medicines.

Asparlas warnings

  • Injection routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Birth control pills may not work as well to prevent pregnancy when used with this medicine. Use another form of birth control (including condoms or spermicide) along with your pills. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 3 months after the last dose.

  • Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 3 months after the last dose.

  • Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, pancreatitis, blood clotting problems, or bleeding problems.

  • This medicine may cause the following problems:PancreatitisIncreased risk of blood clotsBleeding problemsLiver problems

  • Injection routeMedicines 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.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Asparlas interactions & what to avoid when taking Asparlas

Asparlas side effects - How does Asparlas make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • Chest pain, trouble breathing, coughing up blood

  • Dark urine or pale stools, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes

  • Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body

  • Pain in your lower leg (calf)

  • Sudden and severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, lightheadedness

  • Sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Diarrhea

  • Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed

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