Prolastin
Prolastin
Prolastin-C is an augmentation therapy that has been proven to effectively raise alpha1-antitrypsin protein levels in patients with Alpha-1. It is a concentrated form of the protein alpha1 antitrypsin that is purified from human plasma, the fluid part of your blood.
Administration Information
It involves a lifelong, weekly infusion that takes approximately 15 minutes when given at the recommended rate.
Potential Side Effects
In adult patients, the most common side effects include diarrhea, upset stomach, vomiting, headache, dizziness, hypotension, pruritus (itching), pain in extremity, arthralgia (joint pain), back pain, muscle cramp, injection site reactions, chest pain and peripheral edema (swelling).
For a full list of potential side effects, please see the Important Safety Information and Medication Guide on the Venofer website.
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