Factor VII
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Factor VII used to treat bleeding problems in patients with hemophilia type A or B.
Indications
Factor VII is primarily indicated in conditions like Hemophilia, Von Willebrand's disease.
Contraindications
Factor VII is contraindicated in conditions like Septicemia, Atherosclerosis, Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Side Effects
Factor VII produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Anaphylaxis. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Factor VII therapy. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Factor VII are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Fever, Diaphoresis.
Warnings
It should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. It should be used with caution in patients with any pre-existing diseases or any allergies. Before and during injection check heart rate. The dose or rate of infusion may need to be changed if heart rate is too fast.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
270 mcg/kg (270 (270)) As recommended. IV — To treat hemarthroses:
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Factor VII was found.
Storage
Powder Store in refrigerator. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No active brands are currently recorded for this generic.
1 record is present but flagged "Unverified / Legacy" and excluded.