In this article, we will discuss Pralatrexate (Dosage Overview). So, let’s get started.
Indications
Pralatrexate is indicated for the treatment of patients with relapsed or refractory peripheral T-cell lymphoma (PTCL). This indication is based on overall response rate. Clinical benefit such as improvement in progression free survival or overall survival has not been demonstrated.
Dosage
Pralatrexate should be administered under the supervision of a qualified physician experienced in the use of antineoplastic agents. Appropriate management of complications is possible only when adequate diagnostic and treatment facilities are readily available.
Peripheral T-cell Lymphoma
The recommended dose of Pralatrexate is 30 mg/m2 administered as an intravenous (IV) push over 3-5 minutes via the side port of a free flowing 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, USP IV line once weekly for 6 weeks in 7-week cycles until progressive disease or unacceptable toxicity.
Vitamin Supplementation
Patients should take low-dose (1.0-1.25 mg) oral folic acid on a daily basis. Folic acid should be initiated during the 10-day period preceding the first dose of Pralatrexate, and dosing should continue during the full course of therapy and for 30 days after the last dose of Pralatrexate. Patients should also receive a vitamin B12 (1 mg) intramuscular injection no more than 10 weeks prior to the first dose of Pralatrexate and every 8-10 weeks thereafter. Subsequent vitamin B12 injections may be given the same day as treatment with Pralatrexate.