Hylenex overview
BRAND NAMES:
Amphadase, Hylenex, Vitrase, Vitrase
Generic Names:
Hylenex
Uses:
Helps your body absorb other medicines. Also helps add fluid to your body when you are dehydrated.
Therapeutic Classes:
Tissue Permeability Modifier
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Hylenex used for?
What form(s) does Hylenex come in?
Injectable
What are common Hylenex dosages?
Vial 1ML of 150UNIT/ML
Hylenex images - What does Hylenex look like?
Hylenex
1ml of 150unit/ml vial
How to take Hylenex
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Before your injection, you may be given a skin test to make sure you are not allergic to this medicine.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot under your skin.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Before your injection, you may be given a skin test to make sure you are not allergic to this medicine.
What to do if you miss a dose of Hylenex
Hylenex contraindications - Who shouldn't take Hylenex?
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to hyaluronidase.
Hylenex warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This medicine is made from donated human blood. All donated blood is tested for certain viruses. Although your risk for getting a virus from the medicine is very low, talk with your doctor if you have concerns.
Hylenex interactions & what to avoid when taking Hylenex
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This medicine is made from donated human blood. All donated blood is tested for certain viruses. Although your risk for getting a virus from the medicine is very low, talk with your doctor if you have concerns.
Hylenex side effects - How does Hylenex make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Less Serious Side Effects
Redness, swelling, itching, or pain at the injection site
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