Lumizyme overview
BRAND NAMES:
Lumizyme, Myozyme
Generic Names:
Lumizyme
Uses:
Treats Pompe disease.
Therapeutic Classes:
Enzyme Replacement
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Lumizyme used for?
Lumizyme is a prescription-only medication that is prescribed to patients who have deficient enzymes within their body. This drug can also be used to treat patients diagnosed with Pompe disease. Lumizyme works by replacing the missing enzymes to help patients with breaking down carbohydrates within their digestive system. Lumizyme is taken by both adults and children who are at least eight years old.
What form(s) does Lumizyme come in
Injectable
What are common Lumizyme doses?
Solution Reconstituted 50MG
Common Lumizyme prescriptions
Lumizyme
50mg solution reconstituted
How to take Lumizyme
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
This medicine must be given slowly, so the needle will remain in place for a few hours.
Missed dose: Injection routeCall your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
This medicine must be given slowly, so the needle will remain in place for a few hours.
Missed dose: Injection routeCall your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.
What to do if you miss a dose of Lumizyme
Lumizyme contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to alglucosidase alfa.
Lumizyme warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart disease or lung disease.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat
Fever, chills, sore throat, body aches
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Lumizyme interactions
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart disease or lung disease.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Lumizyme side effects
Serious Side Effects
Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
Fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat
Fever, chills, sore throat, body aches
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain, trouble breathing, cold sweats, blue lips, fingernails, or skin
Less Serious Side Effects
Increased sweating
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, arms, or upper chest
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