Icatibant
Generic name: icatibant [ eye-KAT-i-bant ]
Brand names: Firazyr, Sajazir
Dosage form: subcutaneous solution (10 mg/mL)
Drug class:Hereditary angioedema agents
What is icatibant?
Icatibant is used to treat attacks of hereditary angioedema (an immune system disorder) in adults.
Icatibant is not a cure for hereditary angioedema.
Icatibant may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Inject icatibant and get emergency medical help if you have any swelling of your tongue or throat during an angioedema attack.
Do not use more than 3 icatibant injections within a 24-hour period. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.
Before taking this medicine
Before using icatibant tell your doctor about all your medical conditions or allergies, all medicines you use, and if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of icatibant.
Icatibant is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How is icatibant given?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Icatibant 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.
Wash your hands with soap and water before preparing your injection.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use the medicine if it has changed colors, looks cloudy, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
Do not inject icatibant into an area that is painful, swollen, or bruised.
Use only the needle that is supplied with this medicine.
If you still have symptoms of angioedema after the first injection, you may use another injection after at least 6 hours have passed.
Inject icatibant and get emergency medical help if you have any swelling of your tongue or throat during an angioedema attack.
Do not use more than 3 icatibant injections within a 24-hour period.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse after using this medicine.
Each prefilled syringe is for one use only. Throw it away after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.
Store the prefilled syringe in its original container in a refrigerator or at room temperature. Do not freeze.
Use a needle and syringe only once and then place them in a puncture...
