Generic name: vosoritide [ voe-SOR-i-tide ]
Brand name: Voxzogo
Dosage form: subcutaneous powder for injection (0.4 mg; 0.56 mg; 1.2 mg)
Drug class:Miscellaneous hormones
What is vosoritide?
Vosoritide is used to help in growth in children with achondroplasia (a type of rare genetic bone disorder) who are 5 years and older whose bones are still growing.
Vosoritide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Use only as directed. Tell the doctor if your child uses other medicines or has other medical conditions or allergies.
Before taking this medicine
Tell the doctor if your child has:
kidney problems.
Tell the doctor if your teenage child is pregnant or breastfeeding.
Talk to the doctor about the best way to feed your child's baby if your child is using vosoritide.
How is this drug given?
Follow all directions on the prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Doses are based on weight. Your child's dose may change if the child gains or loses weight.
Vosoritide is injected under the skin, once per day, at about the same time each day. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with the medicine. Ask the doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand how to use an injection.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Call the pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors or has particles in i...
