How is Anifrolumab-fnia dosed?
The dosage form of anifrolumab-fnia is a solution. The specific dosage and frequency of administration depend on the individual patient's condition and treatment plan, which should be determined by a healthcare professional.
What is the dosage form of Anifrolumab-fnia?
The dosage form of anifrolumab-fnia is a solution for intravenous administration.
How is Anifrolumab-fnia administered?
Anifrolumab-fnia is administered through the intravenous (IV) route. It is a monoclonal antibody used to treat moderate to severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in patients who are also receiving other lupus treatments.
What are common precautions when taking Anifrolumab-fnia?
When taking anifrolumab-fnia, there are several common precautions to consider:
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant during treatment. There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
- Live Vaccines: Avoid having any live vaccines (immunizations) while being treated with anifrolumab-fnia. Check with your doctor before having any vaccines.
- Serious Infections: This medicine may cause serious infections, such as lung infections or herpes zoster. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience cough, fever, painful blisters on the trunk of your body, sneezing, or sore throat.
- Infusion Reactions: Anifrolumab-fnia may cause infusion reactions, which can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. Inform your doctor right away if you experience fever, chills or shaking, dizziness, trouble breathing, itching or rash, lightheadedness or fainting during or after receiving this medicine.
- Allergic Reactions: Inform your doctor if you have had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also, report any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.
- Geriatric: This medicine has been studied in the elderly population and is considered safe for use in elderly patients.