Eloctate: Uses, indications and cautions when using

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Eloctate is used to control and prevent bleeding of a genetic cause, hemophilia A (low levels of factor VIII). This medicine is also used before surgery to prevent excessive bleeding in people with this condition.

1. How to use Eloctate Vial

Factor VIII is a protein (clotting factor) found in normal blood that helps form blood clots and stop bleeding after injury. People with low factor VIII levels may bleed longer than usual after an injury/surgery and may have bleeding inside the body (especially in joints and muscles). Eloctate contains man-made factor VIII (antihemophilic factor) to temporarily replace factor VIII in the body, which is connected to an antibody (immunoglobulin) that helps artificial factor VIII work longer. When used to control and prevent bleeding, Eloctate can help relieve pain and long-term damage from hemophilia A. This medicine should not be used to treat von Willebrand's disease.
Read the information on the product packaging carefully before you start using this medicine and each time you get a supplement.
Eloctate is injected into a vein as directed by your doctor, usually no faster than 10 milliliters per minute. The timing of the injection may vary, depending on your dose and how you respond to the medication.
After first receiving this medicine at a clinic or hospital, some people are able to self-administer it at home. If your doctor directs you to use this medication at home, read and learn all of the preparation and use instructions in the product package.
If the medicine and solution to be mixed are stored in the refrigerator, take them out of the refrigerator first and let them come to room temperature before mixing. After mixing, shake gently to completely dissolve the powder. Before using this medication, visually inspect it for particles or discoloration. If present, discard this medication. Use the mixed medicine as soon as possible, but not more than 3 hours after mixing. Do not keep the mixed medicine in the refrigerator.
The dose of Eloctate is determined based on your medical condition, weight, blood test results and response to treatment. Children under 6 years of age may need a higher dose. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it becomes worse.

2. Side effects

Most people who use Eloctate rarely experience side effects.
Here are some possible side effects after using Eloctate, including:
Dizziness Fever Headache Nausea Nausea Injection site reactions Injection site infection Abnormally high levels of Fibrin to clot Blood Clots Atopic dermatitis Erythema Skin rash Shortness of breath Angioedema Common cold Drowsiness Chills Loss of taste Vomiting Hemolytic anemia Diffuse intravascular coagulation High blood pressure Stroke Vascular congestion blood from a blood clot Chest tightness Wheezing Hypersensitivity reaction to the drug Cough Diarrhea Pinching sensation on the skin Severe abdominal pain Rapid heartbeat Eloctate rarely causes a serious allergic reaction. However, call an Emergency Center immediately if the following signs appear: Rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing, chest tightness.
Tell your doctor if you have any unusual symptoms after using Eloctate.

3. Precautionary measures

Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any product with anti-aerobic factor (factor VIII); or if you have any other allergies.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history before using Eloctate.
Before surgery, your doctor needs to know about all the products you are using, including over-the-counter medicines.
The manufacturers of some brands of these medications recommend checking your pulse when injecting yourself. If your heart starts to beat faster, you may need to inject this medicine more slowly or stop the infusion until your heart rate returns to normal.
During pregnancy, Eloctate should be used only when clearly needed.

4. Interaction

The interaction of Eloctate with some other drugs may affect the mechanism of action of the drug as well as the risk of side effects. Provide information about the medications you are taking to your doctor. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's approval.
Call the Emergency Center right away if you overdose and show signs of fainting or difficulty breathing.
Laboratory blood tests (such as factor VIII levels, factor VIII inhibitors) should be performed periodically to determine the right dose, to check that this medicine is working as well as it should. or to check for side effects.
To get the best benefit, it is important that you take your medicine regularly as directed by your doctor. If you miss a previous dose, contact your doctor immediately to set up a new dosing schedule.
Keep the package intact and store it in the refrigerator or at room temperature according to the manufacturer's instructions. Do not store medicine in the freezer and do not store it in the bathroom. Keep away from light and moisture. After mixing, use this medicine within 3 hours. Discard the mixed medicine if you are not using it.
Do not flush medication down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so.

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Reference source: webmd.co