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This medication is used in combination with other anti-HIV drugs to treat HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection.It works by blocking the HIV virus' ability to infect healthy immune cells (CD4 cells).This medication does not cure HIV. Patients treated with this medication may continue to acquire "opportunistic" infections associated with HIV. This product also does not prevent the spread of HIV to others through sexual contact, blood, or sharing of needles.
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Fuzeon SubQ
Uses
This medication is used in combination with other anti-HIV drugs to treat HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection.It works by blocking the HIV virus' ability to infect healthy immune cells (CD4 cells).This medication does not cure HIV. Patients treated with this medication may continue to acquire "opportunistic" infections associated with HIV. This product also does not prevent the spread of HIV to others through sexual contact, blood, or sharing of needles.
Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., blood test, liver function tests) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects.
- Consult your doctor for more details.
Storage
- Store unmixed drug at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C).
- Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted.
- Inject the mixed drug immediately.
- If you are unable to use it right away, the mixed drug should be refrigerated between 36 and 46 degrees F (2-8 degrees C) and used within 24 hours.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
How To Use
- Learn how to prepare and inject this drug and review the patient information leaflet and the injection instructions leaflet.
- If any of the information is unclear, consult your doctor or pharmacist.Inject this medication under the skin (subcutaneously) usually twice daily into the upper arm, thigh, or abdomen.
- Do not inject into the buttock or near the elbow, knee or groin.
- Rotate injection sites with each shot.
- Do not inject in or near bumps from past injections.
- Also, do not inject into moles, scars, bruises, or your belly button.Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
- If either is present, do not use the liquid.Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
- It is very important to continue using this medication (and other anti-HIV medications) exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not skip any doses.If you have a very serious allergic reaction to enfuvirtide, do not use it again (see Side Effects section).
Side Effects
- Pain, redness, itching, bruising, hardened skin, or bumps at the injection site may occur.
- These types of reactions are common and may last up to 7 days.
- Runny nose may also occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
- Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: anxiety, muscle pain, numbness/tingling/shooting nerve pain near injection site, signs of injection site infection (such as oozing, warmth, persistent pain and redness).Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: abdominal pain, loss of appetite, cough with fever, rapid breathing, shortness of breath, night sweats, vision/eye changes.An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing, fever, chills, nausea/vomiting.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before using enfuvirtide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: bleeding problems (e.g., hemophilia, coagulopathy), smoking, IV drug abuse, lung disease.This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk.
- Because breast milk can transmit HIV, do not breast-feed.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
- If it is within 2 hours of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- It is important not to miss doses of this drug.
Drug Interactions
- Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them.
- Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription products you may use, especially of: "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin, heparin, enoxaparin).
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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