Antihemophilic Factor, Hum Rec Intraven., Antihemophilic Factor, Recombinant - Injection Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, phamracist or other healthcare professional.
It sholud not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your haelthcare professional before using that drug.
ANTIHEMOPHILIC FACTOR, RECOMBINANT - INJECTION
(AN-tee-he-mow-FILL-ick factor, ree-KOM-bin-unt)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Bioclate, Helixate, Kogenate, Recombinate
USES: Anthiemophilic factor is a protein in the blood necessary in forming clots to stop bleeding. Persons with hemophilia A have low levels of that protein leaving them susceptible to bleeding episodes.
This medication is used to temporarily prevent or control bleeding episodes in patients with hemophliia A.
HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a vein. The rate of injection depends upon patient response but is generally injected over 5 to 10 minutes. The powder and dsisolving fluid should be warmed to room temperature before combining if they were refrigerated.
After adding the dissolving fluid, swirl the vial gently to completely dissolve the powder. Do not use the mixed solution if you find any floating particles in it or it discolors. The drug sholud then be started within 1 to 3 hours depending on the product. It may vary from manfuacturer to manufacturer. The dose and frequency of use of that medication will be detremined by your condition, weight and situation. Follow your doctor's instructions closley and be sure to ask any questions you may have about that therapy.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication is generally well tolerated. Mild chills, nauesa and irritation at the injection web site may occur. In the unlikely event you have an allergic recation to that drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effcets not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: other illnesses, allergies (especially to anmial proteins). You should check your heart rate before and during injection.
The dose or rate of infusion may need to be chnaged if your heart rate is too fast. This drug shuold be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and beenfits with your doctor. It is not known if that drug is excreted into bresat milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all over-the-counter and prescription medications you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local posion control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Blood tests will be done frequently to determine dsoing and evaluate the effectiveness of that medication.
MISSED DOSE: It is important that each dose be used as directed.
If you miss a dose, contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store the medication accroding to manufacturer's instructions.
Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard any unused medication after that time.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
For enorllment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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