Marstacimab-hncq injection

Marstacimab-hncq injection is used to prevent or reduce the frequency of bleeding with certain types of hemophilia A (condition in which the blood does not clot normally because of a missing or faulty blood clotting factor VII) or hemophilia B (condition in which the blood does not clot normally because of a missing or faulty blood clotting factor IX). Marstacimab-hncq is in a class of medications called hemostatic antibodies. It works by decreasing the activity of a naturally occurring substance in the body that prevents blood clotting.

Marstacimab-hncq injection comes as a solution (liquid) in prefilled syringes and prefilled pens to be injected subcutaneously (under the skin). It is given as two injections for the first dose, followed by one injection once a week. 

Use marstacimab-hncq injection exactly as directed. Do not inject more or less of it or inject it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

You or a caregiver will be shown how to inject the medicine before your first dose. You will also be given the instructions for use. Read these carefully. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions on how to use the medicine.

Use each syringe or pen only once and inject all the solution in the syringe or pen. Do not reuse marstacimab-hncq prefilled syringes and do not recap the syringes after use. Dispose of used syringes and pens in a puncture-resistant container. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about how to dispose of the puncture-resistant container.

If you are using a prefilled syringe or prefilled pen that has been refrigerated, place the syringe or pen on a flat surface without removing the needle cap and allow it warm to room temperature for 15 to 30 minutes before you are ready to inject the medication. Do not try to warm the medication by heating it in a microwave, placing it in hot water, or through any other method.

Do not shake a syringe or pen that contains marstacimab-lbkz injection.

Always look at marstacimab-lbkz solution before injecting it. Check that the expiration date has not passed and that the liquid is clear and colorless or pale yellow. The liquid should not contain visible particles. Do not use a syringe or dosing pen if it is cracked or broken, if it is expired, or if the liquid is cloudy or contains large or colored particles.

You can inject marstacimab-lbkz in your thigh or stomach area, except for a 2 inch the area around your belly button If someone else is giving you the injection, the back of the upper arm or buttocks may also be used. To reduce the chances of soreness or redness, use a different injection site for each injection. Do not inject the medication into an area where the skin is tender, bruised, red, or hard or where you have scars or stretch marks.

Marstacimab-lbkz controls bleeding in people with hemophilia but does not cure it. Continue to use marstacimab-lbkz injection even if you feel well. Do not stop using marstacimab-lbkz injection without talking to your doctor.

This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Before using marstacimab-hncq injection,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to this medication, any part of the medication, or any other medications, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about the allergy and what symptoms you had.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take, while using marstacimab-hncq injection.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had blood clots in your arm, legs, lungs, or head. Also, tell your doctor if you get sick, develop an infection or fever, or are injured.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You should not become pregnant while you are using marstacimab-hncq injection. You will need to have a pregnancy test before you start treatment, and you should use birth control to prevent pregnancy during your treatment and for at least 2 months after your final dose. Talk to your doctor about birth control methods that will work for you. If you become pregnant while using marstacimab-hncq injection, call your doctor immediately. Marstacimab-hncq may harm the fetus.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using marstacimab-hncq injection. Your doctor may tell you to stop using marstacimab-hncq injection before a scheduled surgery.

Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.

Inject the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not inject a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure when to inject marstacimab-hncq injection, call your doctor.

Marstacimab-hncq injection may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• pain, redness, swelling, warmth, burning, bruising, hardness, or itching at the injection site
• headache

Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately or get emergency medical treatment:

• swelling, pain, or redness in arms or legs
• shortness of breath
• coughing up blood
• sudden headache, eye pain or swelling, or trouble seeing
• numbness in your face
• chest or back pain
• fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
• hives, rash, itching; swelling of the face, eyes, mouth, throat, tongue, or lips; difficulty breathing or swallowing; dizziness or fainting; or sweating

Marstacimab-hncq injection may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online (https://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch) or by phone (1-800-332-1088).

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store marstacimab-hncq injection in the refrigerator but do not freeze. Keep the prefilled syringes or dosing pens in their original cartons to protect them from light. If needed, marstacimab-hncq injection may be stored at room temperature for up to 7 days, but should not be returned to the refrigerator. Dispose of any unused medication that has been stored at room temperature for more than 7 days.

Keep all medication out of sight and reach of children as many containers are not child-resistant. Always lock safety caps.Place the medication in a safe location, one that is up and away and out of their sight and reach. https://www.upandaway.org

Dispose of unneeded medications in a way so that pets, children, and other people cannot take them. Do not flush this medication down the toilet. Use a medicine take-back program. Talk to your pharmacist about take-back programs in your community. Visit the FDA's Safe Disposal of Medicines website https://goo.gl/c4Rm4p for more information.

In case of overdose, call the poison control helpline at 1-800-222-1222. Information is also available online at https://www.poisonhelp.org/help. If the victim has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be awakened, immediately call emergency services at 911.

Keep all appointments with your doctor.

Before having any laboratory test, tell your doctor and the laboratory personnel that you are using marstacimab-hncq injection.

Do not let anyone else use your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Keep a written list of all of the prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medicines, vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements you are taking. Bring this list with you each time you visit a doctor or if you are admitted to the hospital. You should carry the list with you in case of emergencies.

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