الأدوية والمكملات الغذائية

Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Medicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine in a medical facility. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin, usually in the stomach or thigh.

It is very important that you understand the requirements of the Elrexfio™ REMS program, and become familiar with the Elrexfio™ medication guide. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions. Ask your pharmacist for the medication guide if you do not have one.

You will receive this medicine on a "step-up dosing schedule" on Days 1 and 4, followed by the first treatment dose on Day 8. After you receive your first treatment dose, this medicine is usually given once a week through Week 24. Starting at Week 25, your dose is usually given once every 2 weeks. Your doctor will ask you to stay for 24 to 48 hours after receiving the step-up doses.

You may also receive other medicines (eg, allergy medicine, fever medicine, steroid) 1 hour before receiving this medicine to help prevent unwanted reactions to the injection.

Missed Dose

This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose, call your doctor, home health caregiver, or treatment clinic for instructions.