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TIVIDENOFUSP ALFA (TI vi DEN oh fusp AL fa) treats mucopolysaccharidosis (MPS). It works by replacing an enzyme normally made by the body, which reduces the buildup of complex sugars in the body and brain. This may help decrease symptoms. It may also help delay worsening symptoms.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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This medication is infused into a vein. It is usually given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting. In some cases, you may get this medication at home.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be given to newborns for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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Interactions are not expected.
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Serious side effects may occur during and after the infusion of this medication. To reduce the risk, your care team may give you medications to take before the infusion. Follow the directions from your care team.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
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Keep appointments for follow-up doses. It is important not to miss your dose. Call your care team if you are not able to keep your appointment.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Infusion reactions—chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, feeling faint or lightheaded
-Low red blood cell level—unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness, headache, trouble breathing
-Kidney injury—decrease in the amount of urine, swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Cough
-Diarrhea
-Fever
-Headache
-Runny or stuffy nose
-Sore throat
-Vomiting
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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This medication is usually given in a hospital or clinic. If you get this medication at home, your care team will tell you how to store it.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.