Octafil Low
Octafil Low is a medicine that helps your blood clot by providing a missing protein called Factor VIII, used to treat and prevent bleeding in people with hemophilia A.
Form
injektiokuiva-aine ja liuotin, liuosta varten
Strength
200 IU/ml
Active Ingredient
Factor VIII (antihaemophilic factor)
Manufacturer
Octapharma AB
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will tell you the exact dose you need. For long-term prevention of bleeding, it's typically 20-40 IU per kg of body weight every 2-3 days.
Method
Octafil Low is given as an injection directly into a vein (intravenously) after mixing the powder with the liquid provided. Inject slowly, about 2-3 ml per minute.
Important
Always follow your doctor's instructions for your maximum daily dose; do not exceed the recommended amount.
Possible Side Effects
RARE
- •Nausea (feeling sick or vomiting)
- •Burning or stinging feeling at the injection site
- •Chest tightness or pain
- •Fast heartbeat
- •Chills
- •General feeling of being unwell
- •Tingling or hot sensation in the body
- •Redness of the skin
- •Headache
- •Hives (itchy rash)
- •Low blood pressure
- •Skin rash
- •Feeling restless
- •Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat, which can make it hard to swallow or breathe (angioedema)
- •Tiredness
- •Wheezing (noisy breathing)
- •Fever
Important Warnings
- Do not use Octafil Low if you are allergic to human Factor VIII or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- All protein-containing medicines injected into a vein can cause allergic reactions. Tell your doctor if you experience any signs of an allergic reaction.
- Your body might develop antibodies (inhibitors) against Factor VIII, which can make the medicine stop working. If your bleeding is not controlled, contact your doctor immediately.
- Do not mix Octafil Low with other medicines during infusion.
- Do not use the medicine after the expiry date or if the solution is cloudy, has particles, or hasn't dissolved completely. Use the mixed solution right away.
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- This medicine is for you only. Do not give it to others.
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.