Prolastina
Prolastina helps balance protective substances in your lungs to prevent further damage and emphysema.
Form
infuusiokuiva-aine ja liuotin, liuosta varten
Strength
5000 mg
Active Ingredient
Alpha-1 Proteinase inhibitor
Manufacturer
Grifols Deutschland GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
The usual dose is 60 mg per kilogram of body weight, given once a week.
Method
Prolastina is given as a slow infusion directly into a vein.
Important
This medicine is given once a week, not daily. The infusion rate should not be faster than 0.08 ml per kg of body weight per minute.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Chills
- •Fever
- •Flu-like symptoms
- •Chest pain
- •Hives (urticaria)
- •Dizziness
- •Feeling faint
- •Headache
- •Difficulty breathing
- •Rash
- •Nausea
- •Joint pain
RARE
- •Hypersensitivity reactions (severe allergic reactions)
- •Fast pulse
- •Low blood pressure
- •High blood pressure
- •Back pain
- •Anaphylactic shock (a very serious allergic reaction)
Important Warnings
- Do not use Prolastina if you are allergic to it or have a known IgA deficiency, as this can cause severe allergic reactions.
- Tell your doctor if you have severe heart failure, as Prolastina might temporarily increase your blood volume.
- If you notice any signs of an allergic reaction during the infusion, tell your doctor or nurse right away.
- Stop smoking, as tobacco smoke can make Prolastina less effective in your lungs.
- There is a small risk of infection from blood products; your doctor might recommend Hepatitis A and B vaccinations.