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Factor IX is a part of blood needed for clotting which stops bleeding. Persons with low Factor levels are at risk for bleeding. Profilnine Sd is used to prevent or control bleeding episodes in persons with low Factor levels (hemophilia, Christmas disease). It is also used to reverse the effects of warfarin blood thinner.
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profilnine Sd
Uses
Factor IX is a part of blood needed for clotting which stops bleeding. Persons with low Factor levels are at risk for bleeding. Profilnine Sd is used to prevent or control bleeding episodes in persons with low Factor levels (hemophilia, Christmas disease). It is also used to reverse the effects of warfarin blood thinner.
Storage
- Store Profilnine Sd according to the manufacturer s instructions.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
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Profilnine SD. Factor IX Complex |
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How To Use
- Profilnine Sd is given by injection by a health care professional.
- The dose and length of therapy is based on your condition and response.
Side Effects
- Fever, chills, tingling, itching, headache, flushing, nausea and vomiting have been reported.
- If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, breathing trouble, redness/pain/warmth in the calf, skin rash.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, liver problems, allergies (especially drug allergies).
- Remind your doctor you are using Profilnine Sd if you are scheduled for any surgical or dental procedures.
- Because Profilnine Sd is prepared from human blood, there is a risk of contracting a virus from using this.
- Careful screening of blood donors, special manufacturing methods and FDA-approved tests are all used to reduce this risk.
- Discuss this with your doctor.
- Profilnine Sd should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known if Profilnine Sd is found in breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, check with your doctor for instructions.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you use, especially of: drugs that aid blood clotting (e.g., tranexamic acid, aminocaproic acid), NSAIDs - non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen).
- Many non-prescription products contain aspirin/NSAIDs.
- Check labels carefully and consult your pharmacist.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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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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