Lanadelumab (Subcutaneous)
Lanadelumab is used in adults and children at least 2 years old to prevent attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE).
Lanadelumab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Lanadelumab (Subcutaneous)?
You should not use lanadelumab if you are allergic to it.
It is not known if lanadelumab will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Lanadelumab (Subcutaneous)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Common side effects may include:
- headache, dizziness;
- diarrhea;
- muscle pain;
- cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat;
- rash; or
- pain, redness, or bruising 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.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Lanadelumab (Subcutaneous) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
It is not known if lanadelumab will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Lanadelumab (Subcutaneous)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Lanadelumab (Subcutaneous)?
Use Lanadelumab (Subcutaneous) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using lanadelumab.
Lanadelumab is injected under the skin every 2 to 4 weeks. A healthcare provider may give you this injection or may teach you how to properly use this medicine by yourself.
Your healthcare provider will show you where to inject lanadelumab. Do not inject into the same place two times in a row.
Patients aged 2 to 12 years should not self administer this medicine. A healthcare provider or caregivers will give you this injection.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it within the next 2 hours. Call your pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors or has particles in it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand how to use an injection.
The injection prepared using the vial (bottle) must be administered within 2 hours. The injection may be placed back in the refrigerator and used within 8 hours.
Do not shake the vial (bottle) or prefilled syringe.
Store in the refrigerator, do not freeze. Protect from light.
Take the medicine out of the refrigerator and let it reach room temperature for 15 minutes before injecting your dose.
Throw away a prefilled syringe or vial (bottle) after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.
Do not reuse a needle or syringe. Place them in a puncture-proof "sharps" container and dispose of it following state or local laws. Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss a dose.