Brineura Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- BRINEURA
- QTY 1
- 300MG/10ML
- Kit
- Near The Woodlands, TX 77381

CERLIPONASE ALFA (ser LIP oh nase AL fa) treats neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis type 2 (CLN2). It works by replacing an enzyme normally made by the body. This helps maintain the ability to crawl or walk.

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This medication is infused into the fluid around the brain. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as newborns, 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.
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.
This medication can cause serious allergic reactions. To reduce the risk, your care team may give you other medications to take before receiving this one. Follow the directions from your care team.
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
-Fever, neck pain or stiffness, sensitivity to light, headache, nausea, vomiting, confusion, which may be signs of meningitis
-Low blood pressure—dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, blurry vision
-Seizures
-Site infection—skin redness, swelling, warmth, or pain around device site
-Slow heartbeat—dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, confusion, trouble breathing, unusual weakness or fatigue
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Headache
-Irritability
-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.

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.