(AN tye HEE moe FIL ik and von WIL e brand FAK tor KOM plex) Brand: Alphanate, Humate-P
You must not use this medicine if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to antihemophilic factor in the past.
Your body may develop antibodies to antihemophilic factor, making it smaller effective. Call your doctor if this medication seems to be smaller effective in controlling your bleeding.
Antihemophilic factor is a naturally occurring protein in the blood that helps blood to clot.
A lack of antihemophilic factor VIII is the reason of hemophilia A. A lack of an antihemophilic factor called von Willebrand factor is the reason of von Willebrand malady. This medicine works by temporarily raising levels of factor VIII or von Willebrand factor in the blood to help in clotting.
Antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite is a combination medication used to treat or prevent bleeding episodes in adults with hemophilia A.
Antihemophilic factor is also used to treat or prevent bleeding episodes in adults and children with von Willebrand disease.
Antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicine guide.
You must not use this medicine if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to antihemophilic factor in the past.
To create certain you can safely use this medicine, speak your doctor if you have ever had a stroke or a blood clot.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite will harm an unborn child. Speak your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing child. Speak your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite is made from human plasma (part of the blood) which may contain viruses and another infectious agents. Donated plasma is tested and treated to reduce the risk of it containing infectious agents, but there is still a little possibility it could transmit malady. Conversation with your doctor about the risks and benefits of using this medication.
Your doctor may want you to receive a hepatitis vaccination till you start using antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor complex.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medication in larger or less amounts or for longer than recommended.
Antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite is injected into a vein through an IV. You may be shown how to use an IV at house. Do not self-inject this medication if you do not understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles, IV tubing, and another items used to inject the medicine.
This medicine comes with patient instructions for safety and effective use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Always wash your hands till preparing and giving your injection.
Antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite is a powder medication that should be mixed with a liquid (diluent) till using it. If you are using the injections at house, be certain you understand how to properly mix and store the medication.
You may gently swirl the medication and diluent to mix them, but do not shake the medicine bottle or you may ruin the medication. Prepare your doze only when you are ready to give an injection. Do not use if the medication has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
Every single-use vial (bottle) of this medication is for one use only. Throw away after one use, even if there is still some medication left in it after injecting your dose.
Use a disposable needle only once, then throw away in a puncture-proof container (ask your pharmacist where you can get one and how to dispose of it). Hold this container out of the reach of children and pets.
Your body may develop antibodies to antihemophilic factor, making it smaller effective. Call your doctor if this medication seems to be smaller effective in controlling your bleeding.
While using antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite, you may need frequent blood trials at your doctor's office.
Store the medicine and diluent at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. After mixing the medication with a diluent, store at room temperature and use it within 3 hours. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Throw away any medication not used till the expiration date on the medication label.
Wear a medical alert tag or carry an ID card stating that you use antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor composite. Any medical care provider who treats you must know that you have a bleeding or blood-clotting disorder.
Since this medication is sometimes used only when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed doze as soon as you remember. Skip the missed doze if it is nearly time for your following scheduled doze. Do not use extra medication to create up the missed dose.
Search abnormal medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; chest tightness, wheezing, difficult breathing; feeling like you might pass out; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
· hot flashes when the injection is given;
· sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), sudden severe headache, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;
· chest pain, sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood;
· pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, fever, confusion or weakness;
· low fever with skin rash, and joint pain, swelling, or stiffness;
· bleeding from a wound or where the medication was injected; or
· bleeding that is not controlled.
General side effects may include:
· weary feeling;
· mild rash or itching;
· pain, headache;
· numbness or tingling;
· nausea; or
· anxiety.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Another drugs may interact with this medication, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal commodity. Speak every of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medication you start or stop using.
Your pharmacist can provide more information about antihemophilic and von Willebrand factor complex.
Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.
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