Icatibant solution for injection

September 30, 2017

Icatibant solution for injection

What is this medicine?

ICATIBANT is a protein used for the treatment of angioedema attacks.

How should I use this medicine?

This medicine is for injection under the skin. You will be taught how to prepare and give this medicine. Use exactly as directed. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.

If you have a laryngeal (throat) attack, inject the medicine and then go to the closest emergency room immediately.

It is important that you put your used needles and syringes in a special sharps container. Do not put them in a trash can. If you do not have a sharps container, call your pharmacist or healthcare provider to get one.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • dizziness

  • fever

  • headache

  • nausea

  • pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected

What may interact with this medicine?

  • ACE inhibitors like benazepril, captopril, enalapril, fosinopril, lisinopril, moexipril, perindopril, quinapril, ramipril, and trandolapril

What if I miss a dose?

If your symptoms continue or come back, you may repeat the dose at least 6 hours apart from the previous dose. Do not use more than 3 doses in 24 hours.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store between 2 and 25 degrees C (36 and 77 degrees F). Keep this medicine in the original container. Protect from light. Do not freeze. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

  • an unusual or allergic reaction to icatibant, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives

  • pregnant or trying to get pregnant

  • breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using this medicine?

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.

Updated:  

September 30, 2017