País: Japão
Língua: inglês
Origem: すりの適正使用協議会 RAD-AR Council, Japan
Pegcetacoplan
Swedish Orphan Biovitrum Japan
Pegcetacoplan
injection
Drug Information Sheet("Kusuri-no-Shiori") Self-injection Revised: 09/2023 The information on this sheet is based on approvals granted by the Japanese regulatory authority. Approval details may vary by country. Medicines have adverse reactions (risks) as well as efficacies (benefits). It is important to minimize adverse reactions and maximize efficacy. To obtain a better therapeutic response, patients should understand their medication and cooperate with the treatment. BRAND NAME: EMPAVELI FOR SUBCUTANEOUS INJECTION 1080 MG ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Pegcetacoplan DOSAGE FORM: injection IMPRINT OR PRINT ON WRAPPING: EFFECTS OF THIS MEDICINE This medicine inhibits complement C3 and C3b, which are responsible for immune function. It consequently suppresses complement attack on red blood cells and prevents intravascular as well as extravascular hemolysis. It is usually used to treat paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria. THE FOLLOWING PATIENTS MAY NEED TO BE CAREFUL WHEN USING THIS MEDICINE.BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR AND PHARMACIST. ・If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itch, rash, etc.) to any medicines or foods. ・If you have infections caused by encapsulated bacteria such as Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae. ・If you are pregnant or breastfeeding. ・If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.) DOSING SCHEDULE (HOW TO TAKE THIS MEDICINE) ・ Your dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor is(( to be written by a healthcare professional )) ・In general, for adults, subcutaneously inject 1 vial (1080 mg of active ingredient) at a time, twice a week. If it is not sufficiently effective, this medicine may be subcutaneouly injected 1 vial (1080 mg of active ingredient)at a time, once every three days. Strictly follow the instructions. Leia o documento completo