Cuvitru
Cuvitru is a medicine containing antibodies from healthy people's blood, which helps your body fight infections and strengthens your immune system if it's weak.
Form
injektioneste, liuos
Strength
200 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Human normal immunoglobulin
Manufacturer
Baxalta Innovations GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will decide your dose based on your weight and how your body responds to the medicine; it's usually given regularly, from daily to once every two weeks.
Method
This medicine is given as an injection under your skin.
Important
Your doctor will determine your maximum daily dose based on your individual needs.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Headache
- •Diarrhea or nausea
- •Redness, pain, swelling, itching, rash, or bruising at the injection site
- •Fatigue
- •Dizziness or drowsiness
- •Low blood pressure
- •Abdominal pain
- •Muscle pain
- •General pain
RARE
- •Burning sensation
- •Positive blood test results for antibodies
- •Swelling of the mouth or throat
- •Difficulty breathing or wheezing
- •Abnormal heartbeat
- •Chest pain
- •Blue lips, fingers, or toes
- •Blurred vision
Important Warnings
- Do not use Cuvitru if you are allergic to immunoglobulins or any other ingredients in this medicine, or if you have antibodies against IgA in your blood.
- Do not inject Cuvitru directly into a vein or muscle.
- Seek immediate medical help if you experience severe allergic reactions like dizziness, sudden low blood pressure, swelling of the face/throat, difficulty breathing, rash, chest pain, or blurred vision.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, are overweight, diabetic, have high blood pressure, or blood vessel issues, as these can increase risks.
- Cuvitru can make some live vaccines less effective; discuss your vaccination schedule with your doctor.
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- Do not use the medicine if the solution is cloudy, has particles, or has changed color.
- Do not change your dose or how often you take Cuvitru without first talking to your doctor.