MESNA (MESNA) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

MESNA

What is the Trade Name for MESNA?

MESNA

What are the Indications for MESNA?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Mesna is indicated as a prophylactic agent in reducing the incidence of ifosfamide-induced hemorrhagic cystitis. Limitation of Use: Mesna is not indicated to reduce the risk of hematuria due to other pathological conditions such as thrombocytopenia. Mesna is a cytoprotective agent indicated as a prophylactic agent in reducing the incidence of ifosfamide-induced hemorrhagic cystitis. ( 1 ) Limitation of Use: Mesna is not indicated to reduce the risk of hematuria due to other pathological conditions such as thrombocytopenia. ( 1 )

 

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