Question 1

What is MITOXANTRONE used for?

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MITOXANTRONE (brand name mitoXANTRONE) is a Other indicated for INDICATIONS AND USAGE Mitoxantrone injection, USP (concentrate) is indicated for reducing neurologic disability and/or the frequency of clinical relapses in patients with secondary (chronic) progressive, progressive relapsing.

Question 2

How does MITOXANTRONE work?

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MITOXANTRONE works through the following mechanism: Mechanism of Action Mitoxantrone, a DNA-reactive agent that intercalates into deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) through hydrogen bonding, causes crosslinks and strand breaks. Mitoxantrone also interferes with ribonucleic acid (RNA) and is a potent inhibitor of topoisomerase II, an enzyme responsible for uncoiling and repairing damaged DNA. It has a cytocidal effect on both proliferating and nonproliferating cultured human cells, suggesting lack of cell cycle phase specificity. Mitoxantrone injection has been shown in vitro to inhibit B cell, T cell, and macrophage proliferation and impair antigen presentation, as well as the secretion of interferon gamma, TNFα, and IL-2..

Question 3

What are the most common side effects of MITOXANTRONE?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for MITOXANTRONE. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Question 4

Is MITOXANTRONE the same as mitoXANTRONE?

Accepted Answer

mitoXANTRONE is a brand name for MITOXANTRONE. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

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