Hyaluronidase
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Overview
Hyaluronidase is a genetically designed protein.
Hyaluronidase is used together with fluids injected into the body to treat dehydration . Hyaluronidase can also be used as an aid in helping your body absorb other injected medications.
Hyaluronidase is also used to help contrast dyes in your body show more clearly on certain types of x-rays or scans.
Hyaluronidase may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Indications
Hyaluronidase is a genetically designed protein.
Hyaluronidase is used together with fluids injected into the body to treat dehydration . Hyaluronidase can also be used as an aid in helping your body absorb other injected medications.
Hyaluronidase is also used to help contrast dyes in your body show more clearly on certain types of x-rays or scans.
Hyaluronidase may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Contraindications
You should not be treated with hyaluronidase if you are allergic to it.
Your doctor may perform a skin test to see if you are allergic to hyaluronidase before you receive the medication.
Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with hyaluronidase. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use:
furosemide (Lasix); phenytoin ( Dilantin ); a sedative or anxiety medication (such as diazepam , lorazepam , alprazolam , Valium, Xanax, Ativan, Tranxene , and others); aspirin or salicylates ; cortisone or ACTH ( Corticotropin ); estrogens ; or an antihistamine (such as a cold or allergy medicine).
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It may not be safe to breast-feed while using hyaluronidase. Ask your doctor about any risk.
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Hyaluronidase may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:
swelling in your hands, feet, or other body areas; or pain, swelling, itching , or redness where the injection was given.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Serious drug interactions can occur when certain medicines are used together with hyaluronidase. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines.
High Risk Groups
Serious drug interactions can occur when certain medicines are used together with hyaluronidase. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines.
Adult Dosage
1500 IU (1500 (1500)) As recommended. IM,SC — Per Infusion or As Required
Child Dosage
1500 IU (1500 (1500)) As recommended. Intra Muscular — Total Dose
Neonatal Dosage
1500 IU (1500 (1500)) As recommended. Intra Muscular — Total Dose
Drug Interactions
Other drugs may affect hyaluronidase, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products . Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
Storage
Inj
Available Brands in Pakistan
No active brands are currently recorded for this generic.
1 record is present but flagged "Unverified / Legacy" and excluded.