Rasburicase
- Generic Name
- Rasburicase
- Brand Names
- Elitek, Fasturtec
- Drug Type
- Biotech
- Chemical Formula
- -
- CAS Number
- 134774-45-1
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 08GY9K1EUO
- Background
Rasburicase is a recombinant urate-oxidase enzyme produced by a genetically modified Saccharomyces cerevisiae strain. The cDNA coding for rasburicase was cloned from a strain of Aspergillus flavus.
- Indication
For treatment of hyperuricemia, reduces elevated plasma uric acid levels (from chemotherapy)
- Associated Conditions
- Hyperuricemia
- Associated Therapies
- -
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