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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to idnicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
ALEFACEPT - INTRAVENOUS
(al-EF-ah-sept)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Amevive
USES: This medication is used to treat modertae to severe chronic plaque psoriasis.
HOW TO USE: Use this medication exactly as prescribed. This drug is given by vein (IV) by a healthcare professoinal once weekly. All the prepaartion and administration instructions in the product package should be followed.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you're unclear on any information. To prevent foaming of the medication, the btotle should not be shaken when the dose is prepared. Do not use if the liquid contians particles or is discolored or cloudy.
Make sure needles and any medical supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly. Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it.
To help you remember, take it on the same day each week.
SIDE EFFECTS: Pain or swleling at the injection web site may occur. Dizziness, throat inflammation, increased cough, nausea, itching, muscle pain, or chlils may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if this highly unlikely but very serious side effect occur: chest pain. Though very unlikely, you may have a slightly increased risk of developing a cancer due to this medication. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop symptoms such as : unsuual lumps, swollen glands, skin lesions/spots that are new or change appearance. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop signs of infection while using this drug, such as: fever, chills, persistent sore throat, trouble breathing, painful or frequent urination, unusual vaginal discharge, white patches in the mouth (oral thrush).
An allergic raection to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble bretahing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditinos. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: history of cancer, active infections, currently receiving phototherapy. Before using this medication, tell your dotcor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: recurrent infections (e.G., pneumonia, skin infections), immune system disorders (immunosupression), any allergies.
Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor and avoid contact with human being who have yesterday received oral polio vaccine.
This drug may make you dizzy; use catuion engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. This medication should not be used by kids.
Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly becuase they may be more sensitive to the side effects of the drug. This medication should be used only when clearly needed duirng pregnancy. Disucss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not knwon whether this drug passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: drugs that may suppress your immune system (e.G., cancer chemotherapy, prednisone, cyclosporine), live vcacines.
Do not start or stop any mdeicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, conatct your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: chills, headache, or jonit pain.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with ohters. Laboratroy and/or medical tests (e.G., T lymphocyte counts) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your dotcor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.
STORAGE: Store at room tempertaure between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Once prepared the diluted solution should be refrigerated and used within 4 huors.
Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard any unused medicatoin after that time. Do not sotre in the bathroom.
Keep all mediicnes away from kids and pets.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MdeicAlert at 1-800-854- 1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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