Strensiq
Generic name:asfotase alfa [ AS-foe-tase-AL-fa ]
Drug class:Miscellaneous metabolic agents
What is Strensiq?
Strensiq is an enzyme replacement medicine that is used to treat hypophosphatasia (HYE-poe-FOS-fa-TAY-zha).
Hypophosphatasia is a rare genetic disorder in which there is a deficiency of an enzyme that helps the body process calcium and phosphorus. This leads to abnormal growth and development of the bones and teeth, including soft or brittle bones, growth problems, and tooth loss.
Strensiq may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Strensiq if you are allergic to asfotase alfa.
Before you use Strensiq, tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies.
Your name may be listed on a patient registry while you are using Strensiq. This is to track and evaluate any long-term effects of using this medicine.
It is not known whether Strensiq will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether asfotase alfa passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use Strensiq?
Strensiq is usually given 3 to 6 times per week. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Strensiq is injected under the skin. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand all instructions.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
You may need to use 2 vials and 2 separate syringes to make up a single dose of this medicine. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Your care provider will show you where on your body to inject Strensiq. Use a different place each time you give an injection. Do not inject into the same place two times in a row.
Strensiq doses are based on weight (especially in children and teenagers). Your dose needs may change if you gain or lose weight.
You may need frequent eye examinations.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Strensiq.
Store this medicine in the original container in...
