Recombinate
What is it?
A preparation of recombinant factor V111, available as a powder in vials in 3 strengths containing antihaemophilic factor with nominal activities of 250iu, 500iu and 1000iu.
Medical Uses
Haemophilia A.
Dosage
Adults and children, up to 10ml per minute by intravenous infusion depending upon patient's body weight, severity of bleeding and presence of inhibitors. Manufacturer's literature should be consulted.
Special Care
Pregnancy, breastfeeding. Patients should be monitored for factor V111 activity and occurrence of inhibitors.
Avoid Use
Patients with allergy tomouse, hamster or cattle protein.
Known Side Effects
Reactions at injection site, flushing, nose bleeds, fatigue, flushing, nausea, occurrence of inhibitors. If hypersensitivity occurs, treatment should be withdrawn.
Manufacturer
Baxter BioScience.
