ALPHANINE SD

Drug Name: ALPHANINE SD

ALPHANINE SD DESCRIPTION:
FACTOR IX, HUMAN - INJECTION (FACK-ter nine)

COMMON ALPHANINE SD BRAND NAME(S):
Alphanine SD, Bebulin VH Immuno, Konyne 80, Proplex T

ALPHANINE SD SIDE EFFECTS:
Fever, chills, tingling, itching, headache, flushing, nausea and vomiting have been reported. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, breathing trouble, redness, pain or warmth in the calf or a skin rash while using ALPHANINE SD. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE ALPHANINE SD:
ALPHANINE SD: ALPHANINE SD is given by injection by a health care professional. The dose and length of therapy is based on your condition and response.

ALPHANINE SD WARNING:
Because ALPHANINE SD is made from human blood, it is possible you may develop infections from it (e.g., hepatitis, viral infections). Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any signs of an infection or hepatitis. Signs include fever, persistent sore throat, unusual fatigue, yellowing eyes or skin, or dark urine. You may develop blood clots with the use of ALPHANINE SD. Notify your doctor if you develop arm or leg pain/swelling, trouble breathing, or chest pain. ALPHANINE SD is not recommended for use if you have liver disease complicated by blood-clotting problems (disseminated intravascular coagulation-DIC, or fibrinolysis).

ALPHANINE SD USES:
Factor IX is a part of blood needed for clotting which stops bleeding. Persons with low Factor levels are at risk for bleeding. ALPHANINE SD is used to prevent or control bleeding episodes in persons with low Factor levels (hemophilia, Christmas disease). It is also used to reverse the effects of warfarin blood thinner.

ALPHANINE SD PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing illnesses, liver disease or any allergies. Remind your doctor you are using ALPHANINE SD if you are scheduled for any surgical or dental procedures. Because ALPHANINE SD is prepared from human blood, there is a risk of contracting a virus from using this. Careful screening of blood donors, special manufacturing methods and FDA-approved tests are all used to reduce this risk. Discuss this with your doctor. ALPHANINE SD should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if ALPHANINE SD is found in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

ALPHANINE SD DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including aminocaproic acid. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

ALPHANINE SD OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

ALPHANINE SD NOTES:
Laboratory tests may be done periodically while taking ALPHANINE SD to monitor its effects and guide therapy.

MISSED ALPHANINE SD DOSE:
If you miss a dose, check with your doctor for instructions.

ALPHANINE SD STORAGE:
Store ALPHANINE SD according to the manufacturer's instructions. Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information on enrollment call Medic Alert(TM) at 1-800-854-1166. In Canada call 1-800-668-1507.