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Vitrase Patient Information including How Should I Take
In this Article
- What is hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
- What are the possible side effects of hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
- What is the most important information I should know about hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
- What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
- How should I use hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
- What happens if I miss a dose (Vitrase)?
- What happens if I overdose (Vitrase)?
- What should I avoid while receiving hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
- What other drugs will affect hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
- Where can I get more information?
What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to it.
Your doctor may perform a skin test to see if you are allergic to hyaluronidase before you receive the medication.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether hyaluronidase will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether hyaluronidase passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I use hyaluronidase (Vitrase)?
This medication is injected under the skin.
A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
Additional Vitrase Information
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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