How is Aducanumab-avwa dosed?
The recommended dosage of Aducanumab-avwa is typically given every 4 weeks, with at least 21 days between each dose. The medicine should be administered slowly through an intravenous route, with the needle remaining in place for at least 1 hour. The dosage and frequency may vary based on individual patient needs and treatment protocols, so it's important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
What is the dosage form of Aducanumab-avwa?
The dosage form of Aducanumab-avwa is a solution for intravenous administration.
How is Aducanumab-avwa administered?
Aducanumab-avwa injection is administered through an intravenous route, which means it is given into a vein by a nurse or other trained health professional in a medical facility. The injection is given slowly, with the needle remaining in place for at least 1 hour. The medicine is usually given every 4 weeks, with at least 21 days between each dose. It is important to follow the instructions provided with the Medication Guide and to consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
What are common precautions when taking Aducanumab-avwa?
When taking Aducanumab-avwa, common precautions include:
- Allergic Reactions: Inform your doctor if you have had any allergic reactions to this medicine or any other medicines. Also, let your healthcare professional know if you have other types of allergies.
- Side Effects: Report any unexpected side effects to your doctor.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Scans: Your doctor will perform MRI scans before the first treatment, and at certain times during the treatment.
- Pediatric Use: Adequate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of Aducanumab-avwa injection in the pediatric population, so its safety and efficacy have not been established.
- Geriatric Use: Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of Aducanumab-avwa injection in the elderly.
- Breastfeeding: The effects of this medication on infants are unknown. Consult your doctor before using this medication while breastfeeding.
- Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently taking, including prescription and non-prescription drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions carefully and to discuss any concerns you may have about the medicine.