Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
It is very important that your doctor check you closely while you are receiving this medicine to make sure it is working properly. Blood tests will be needed to check for unwanted effects.
This medicine may increase your risk for blood clots, including stroke and heart attack, within 30 days of receiving the injection. Tell your doctor right away if you have a sudden or severe headache, problems with vision or speech, chest pain, shortness of breath, or numbness or weakness.
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2023
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