Elliotts B
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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Intrathecal administration of drugs such as methotrexate sodium and cytarabine should be performed by personnel skilled in the technique of lumbar puncture under the supervision of a physician who is experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents. The labeling for methotrexate sodium and cytarabine should be consulted.
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Uses
Elliotts B Solution is indicated as a diluent for the intrathecal administration of methotrexate sodium and cytarabine for the prevention or treatment of meningeal leukemia or lymphocytic lymphoma.
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Other Information
Elliotts B® Solution is a sterile, nonpyrogenic, isotonic solution containing no bacteriostatic preservatives. Elliotts B Solution is a diluent for intrathecal administration of methotrexate sodium and cytarabine.
Each 10 mL of Elliotts B Solution contains:
| Sodium Chloride, USP | 73 mg |
| Sodium Bicarbonate, USP | 19 mg |
| Dextrose, USP | 8 mg |
| Magnesium Sulfate • 7H2O, USP | 3 mg |
| Potassium Chloride, USP | 3 mg |
| Calcium Chloride • 2H2O, USP | 2 mg |
| Sodium Phosphate, dibasic • 7H2O, USP | 2 mg |
| Water for Injection, USP | qs 10 mL |
Concentration of Electrolytes:
| Sodium | 149 mEq/liter | Bicarbonate | 22.6 mEq/liter |
| Potassium | 4.0 mEq/liter | Chloride | 132 mEq/liter |
| Calcium | 2.7 mEq/liter | Sulfate | 2.4 mEq/liter |
| Magnesium | 2.4 mEq/liter | Phosphate | 1.5 mEq/liter |
The formulae and molecular weights of the ingredients are:
| INGREDIENT | MOLECULAR FORMULA |
MOLECULAR WEIGHT |
| Sodium Chloride |
NaCl |
58.44 |
| Sodium Bicarbonate |
NaHCO3 |
84.01 |
| Dextrose |
C6H12O6 |
180.16 |
| Magnesium Sulfate • 7H2O |
Mg2SO4 • 7H2O |
246.48 |
| Potassium Chloride |
KCl |
74.55 |
| Calcium Chloride • 2H2O |
CaCl2 • 2H2O |
147.01 |
| Sodium Phosphate, dibasic • 7H2O |
Na2HPO4 • 7H2O |
268.07 |
The pH of Elliotts B Solution is 6.0-7.5, and the osmolarity is 288 mOsmol per liter (calculated).
Sources
Elliotts B Manufacturers
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Qol Medical, Llc
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Elliotts B | Qol Medical, Llc
See product labeling for methotrexate sodium and cytarabine.
Elliotts B Solution is intended for intrathecal administration only. Elliotts B Solution does not contain antibacterial preservatives and introduction of contaminated solutions into the cerebrospinal fluid may have extremely serious consequences. Therefore, administration of intrathecal solutions should be accomplished as soon as possible after preparation.
A sterile filter-needle should be used to withdraw the contents of the ampule.
Intrathecal drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration.
Preparation and Administration PrecautionsElliotts B Solution is a diluent for the cytotoxic anticancer agents, methotrexate sodium and cytarabine. Care should be exercised in the handling and preparation of infusion solutions with these products. (See product labeling for methotrexate sodium and cytarabine.)
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Lukare Medical, Llc
Elliotts B | Lukare Medical, Llc
See product labeling for methotrexate sodium and cytarabine.
Elliotts B Solution is intended for intrathecal administration only. Elliotts B Solution does not contain antibacterial preservatives and introduction of contaminated solutions into the cerebrospinal fluid may have extremely serious consequences. Therefore, administration of intrathecal solutions should be accomplished as soon as possible after preparation.
A sterile filter-needle should be used to withdraw the contents of the ampule.
Intrathecal drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration.
Preparation and Administration PrecautionsElliotts B Solution is a diluent for the cytotoxic anticancer agents, methotrexate sodium and cytarabine. Care should be exercised in the handling and preparation of infusion solutions with these products. (See product labeling for methotrexate sodium and cytarabine.)
![Elliotts B (Sodium Cation, Sodium Bicarbonate, Anhydrous Dextrose, Magnesium Sulfate, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate) Injection [Lukare Medical, Llc]](http://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/image.cfm?setid=08036dbd-55b3-47b9-9890-000f253544f3&name=ampule.jpg)
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