Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine in a hospital or medical facility. It is given through a needle placed into one of your veins. This medicine may be given slowly, so the needle will have to stay in place for at least 15 to 30 minutes (IV infusion). This medicine may also be given into your vein for at least 30 to 90 seconds (IV push). You will receive this medicine every 2 weeks.
Your doctor may want you stay for at least 15 minutes to 1 hour after receiving the injection to check for any unwanted effects.
This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.
Portions of this document last updated: May 01, 2024
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