Pegvisomant (Systemic)
Brand Names : Somavert
Proper Use of This MedicineTo control
the symptoms of your medical problem, this medicine must be taken as ordered
by your doctor. Make sure that you understand exactly
how to take this medicine
.
Directions on how to prepare and inject the medicine
are in the package. Read the directions carefully
and ask your health
care professional for additional explanation, if necessary.
Take within six hours of mixing the pegvisomant powder
with the diluent
Do not use the solution if it is discolored or cloudy.
Dosing - The dose of pegvisomant will be different
for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or
the directions on the label
. The following information includes only
the average doses of pegvisomant. If your dose is different,
do not change it
unless your doctor tells you to do so.
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For injection
dosage form
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For treating acromegaly:
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Adults - At first, 40 mg injected by the doctor. Then, 10 mg
daily injected by the patient. Higher doses may be needed, as determined by
your doctor.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it
as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip
the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double
doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store in the refrigerator. However, keep the medicine from freezing.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your
health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not
use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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