Vyondys-53 Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

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- VYONDYS-53
- QTY 2
- 100 MG/2ML
- VIAL
- Near The Woodlands, Texas 77381

GOLODIRSEN (GOE loe DIR sen) treats Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), an inherited condition that causes muscle weakness. It works by increasing the amount of dystrophin, a protein that is absent in people with DMD. This may improve muscle strength.

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GOLODIRSEN (GOE loe DIR sen) treats Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), an inherited condition that causes muscle weakness. It works by increasing the amount of dystrophin, a protein that is absent in people with DMD. This may improve muscle strength.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
This medication is injected into a vein. 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 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.
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
-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
-Fever
-Headache
-Nausea
-Runny or stuffy nose
-Stomach pain
-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.