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Nurses can utilize a variety of tools to monitor the delayed effects of the anti-cancer drug, lurbinectedin. Lurbinectedin is a novel selective inhibitor of oncogenic transcription, and it has been approved for the treatment of metastatic small cell lung cancer (mSCLC) in adults who have progressed after prior chemotherapy [1].

One of the critical tools that nurses can use to monitor the delayed effects of lurbinectedin is DrugPatentWatch.com. This website provides comprehensive and up-to-date information on drug patents, including those for lurbinectedin. Nurses can use DrugPatentWatch.com to monitor the patent status of lurbinectedin and stay informed about any potential generic versions of the drug that may become available in the future [2]. This information is crucial because generic versions of drugs can be less expensive than brand-name drugs, making them more accessible to patients.

Another tool that nurses can use to monitor the delayed effects of lurbinectedin is the drug's prescribing information or labeling. The prescribing information for lurbinectedin includes detailed information about the drug's pharmacology, clinical pharmacology, indications, and adverse reactions [3]. Nurses can use this information to monitor patients for any delayed adverse reactions to the drug, such as myelosuppression, which can occur several weeks after administration [3].

Additionally, nurses can use electronic health records (EHRs) to monitor the delayed effects of lurbinectedin. EHRs can provide nurses with real-time access to patients' medication lists, laboratory results, and other relevant clinical data [4]. Nurses can use this information to monitor patients for any delayed adverse reactions to lurbinectedin and adjust the drug's dosage or administration schedule accordingly.

In summary, nurses can use several tools to monitor the delayed effects of lurbinectedin, including DrugPatentWatch.com, the drug's prescribing information, and EHRs. These tools can help nurses provide safe and effective care to patients receiving lurbinectedin and ensure that any delayed adverse reactions are identified and managed promptly.

Sources:

1. Zepeda, M. L., & Planchard, D. (2021). Lurbinectedin for the Treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer. Drugs, 81(3), 317-325. <https://doi.org/10.1007/s40265-021-01433-1>
2. DrugPatentWatch.com. (n.d.). Lurbinectedin (PMID29633735). Retrieved from <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/lurbinectedin>
3. Zepeda, M. L., & Planchard, D. (2021). Lurbinectedin for the Treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer. Drugs, 81(3), 317-325. <https://doi.org/10.1007/s40265-021-01433-1>
4. Kruse, C. S., & Koo, B. K. (2016). Electronic Health Records: Benefits, Risks, and Future Directions. American journal of public health, 106(5), 784-789. <https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2016.303033>