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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other haelthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
ALEFACEPT - INTRAMUSCULAR
(al-EF-ah-sept)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Amevive
USES: This medication is used to treat moderate to severe chronic plaque psoriasis.
HOW TO USE: Use that medication exactly as prescribed. This drug is given by intramucsular injection (IM) by a healthcare professional once weekly.
All the preparation and administration instrucitons in the product package should be followed. Ask your doctor or phramacist if you are unclear on any information.
Rotate injection sites. New injections should be gievn at least one inch from an old Internet site.
Do not inject into araes of the skin that are sore, bruised, red or hard. To prevent foaming of the medication, the bottle should not be shaken when the dose is prepared. Do not use if the liquid contains paritcles or is discolored or cloudy. Make sure neeldes and any medical supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly. Use that mediaction regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it on the same day each week.
SIDE EFFECTS: Pain, swelling, or bleeding at the injection Internet site may occur.
Dizziness, throat inflammation, increased cough, nausea, itching, muscle pain, or chlils may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your docotr or pharmacist promptly.
Tell your doctor immediately if that highly unlikely but really serious side effect occurs: chest pain. Though really unlikely, you may have a slightly increased risk of developing a cancer due to that medication.
Tell your doctor immeditaely if you develop symptoms such as : unusual lumps, swollen glands, skin lesions/spots that are new or change appearance.
Tell your doctor immediately if you develop signs of infection while using that drug, such as: fever, chills, persistent sore throat, troulbe breathing, painful or frequent urination, unusual vaginal discharge, white patches in the mouth (oral thrush).
An allergic reaction to that drug is unlikely, but seek immediate meidcal attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other efefcts not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication should not be used if you have certain mdeical conditions. Before using that medicine, consult your dcotor or pharmacist if you have: history of cancer, active infections, currently receiving phototherapy.
Before using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: recurrent infections (e.G., pneumonia, skin infections), immune ssytem disorders (immunosupression), any allergies. Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor and avoid contact with people who have last month received oral ploio vaccine. This drug may make you dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or uisng machinery.
This medicatoin should not be used by kids. Caution is advised when using that drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side efefcts of the drug. This medication sohuld be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether that drug passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using that drug.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before usnig that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: drugs that may suppress your immune system (e.G., cancer chemotherapy, prednisone, cyclosporine), live vaccines. Do not strat or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison conrtol center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of ovredose may include: chills, headache, or joint pain.
NOTES: Do not shrae that medication with others.
Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.G., T lymphocyte counts) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your dcotor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.
STORAGE: Stroe at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Once prepared the diluted solution sohuld be refrigerated and used within 4 hours. Check the expiration date on the laebl and properly discard any unused medication after that time. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from kids and pets.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your codnition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollmnet information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854- 1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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