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Xgeva: Uses, Dosage, and Side Effects

Dosage for Bone Metastasis for Solid Tumor

In the case of a metastasis from solid tumor the recommended dose for Xgeva is 120mg one every 4 weeks.

You would be given Xgeva as an injection under your skin by your healthcare provider. Possible areas on the body where injection is given include your upper arm, upper thigh, or stomach. You will have to visit your doctor’s office or a clinic for the injection once every 4 weeks.

To prevent or treat low calcium levels, your doctor may prescribe some calcium and vitamin D supplements. [3]

Dosage for Multiple Myeloma

In the case of a multiple myeloma the recommended dose for Xgeva is 120mg one every 4 weeks.

Remember that it is used subcutaneously, your healthcare provider will give you Xgeva as an injection under your skin. Usually the injection is given in either your upper arm, upper thigh, or belly. It can only be administered by your doctor, so you would have to go to your doctor’s office for the injection once every 4 weeks.

To prevent or treat low calcium levels, your doctor may also prescribe some calcium and vitamin D supplements.