Effect of Asparaginase Protocol in Monitoring Adverse Drug Reaction in Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Authors

  • Pennapa Muangsri Pharmacy Department, Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health

Keywords:

adverse drug reaction, hildhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia, asparaginase

Abstract

Background: Asparaginase, used in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents in the Thai Pediatric Oncology Group (Thai POG) protocol for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) treatment, has significantly improved event-free survival and overall survival rates. However, its life-threatening adverse drug reactions (ADRs) necessitate systematic prevention and monitoring guidelines.

Objective: To study the effect of the ADR monitoring protocol and its characteristics in childhood ALL patients receiving asparaginase-based therapy.

Method: This descriptive research study compared childhood ALL patients receiving asparaginase at the Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health before and after implementing the protocol. Data were collected from 64 patients between October 1, 2017, and September 30, 2020, and from 61 patients between October 1, 2020, and September 30, 2023. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests.

Results: After using the protocol, pharmacist interventions in ADR detection and physician consultations increased from 82 episodes (51.57%) to 105 episodes (67.31%). Premedication administration in high-risk patients increased from 204 episodes (32.54%) to 305 episodes (45.59%). The percentage of patients completing the planned treatment course improved from 74.39% to 87.62% with statistical significance (p-value <0.05).

Conclusion: Asparaginase-associated ADRs are diverse and recurrent. The protocol for adverse drug reaction monitoring prevents serious adverse reactions, ensuring patient safety and treatment completion.

Author Biography

Pennapa Muangsri, Pharmacy Department, Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health

M.Pharm

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2025-03-03

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