Precautions
Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
It is very important that your doctor check your and your child's progress closely while you or your child are receiving this medicine to make sure it is working properly. Blood tests will be needed to check for unwanted effects.
This medicine may cause serious allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. This can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor or nurse right away if you have a rash, itching skin, difficulty with swallowing, dizziness, a fast heartbeat, lightheadedness or fainting, restlessness, trouble breathing, swelling in your face, hands, tongue, or throat, or chest pain after you receive the medicine.
Your body can make antibodies (inhibitors) against this medicine, which may stop it from working properly. Your healthcare provider may need to test your blood for these inhibitors from time to time.
This medicine may increase your chance of having blood clotting problems. Tell your doctor right away if you have a sudden or severe headache, problems with vision or speech, chest pain, trouble breathing, or numbness or weakness while you are receiving this medicine.
Tell your doctor if this medicine does not prevent or stop bleeding as expected.
Serious kidney problems may occur while using this medicine. Check with your doctor right away if you have blood in the urine, decreased urine output, lower back or side pain, swelling of the feet or lower legs, or unusual tiredness or weakness.
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2024
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