Prolastina
Prolastina helps restore the balance between alpha-1 proteinase inhibitor and elastase in the lungs, preventing the progression of emphysema.
Form
infuusiokuiva-aine ja liuotin, liuosta varten
Strength
1000 mg
Active Ingredient
Alpha-1 Proteinase inhibitor
Manufacturer
Grifols Deutschland GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
Usually 60 mg of active substance per kg of body weight, once a week. Your dose is based on your body weight.
Method
Dissolved with the included solvent and given slowly as an intravenous infusion. The infusion rate should not exceed 0.08 ml/kg of body weight per minute.
Important
This medicine is administered once a week; a specific maximum daily dose is not mentioned.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Chills
- •Fever
- •Flu-like symptoms
- •Chest pain
- •Hives
- •Dizziness
- •Lightheadedness
- •Headache
- •Difficulty breathing
- •Rash
- •Nausea
- •Joint pain
RARE
- •Hypersensitivity reactions
- •Anaphylactic shock
- •Rapid pulse
- •Low blood pressure
- •High blood pressure
- •Back pain
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to the active substance alpha-1 proteinase inhibitor or other ingredients in Prolastina, or if you have a known immunoglobulin (IgA) deficiency, as severe allergic reactions can occur.
- Inform your doctor if you have severe heart failure, as Prolastina might cause a temporary increase in blood volume.
- Tell your doctor or nurse immediately if you experience any signs of an allergic reaction during the infusion.
- As this medicine is made from human blood or plasma, the risk of transmitting infections cannot be completely ruled out; your doctor may recommend hepatitis A and B vaccinations.
- Quitting smoking is recommended as tobacco smoke reduces Prolastina's effectiveness in the lungs.
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- Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.