LARONIDASE

Overview

LARONIDASE is a Schedule H drug.
Laronidase contains an enzyme that occurs naturally in the body in healthy people. Some people lack this enzyme because of a genetic disorder. Laronidase helps replace this missing enzyme in such people.MPS I is a metabolic disorder in which the body lacks the enzyme needed to break down certain substances.

Usage

LARONIDASE is generally used to treat: Mucopolysaccharidosis Type Hurler-scheie, Mucopolysaccharidosis Type I
LARONIDASE can address symptoms like: Head Swelling, Swollen Lips

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • You should not be treated with laronidase if you are allergic to it.
  • Your laronidase infusion may be delayed if you have a fever or cold symptoms.
  • Laronidase is usually given once per week.
  • Laronidase must be given slowly, and the IV infusion can take up to 4 hours to complete.
  • An hour before each injection, you will be given other medications to help prevent a serious allergic reaction.
  • It may take up to several months to years before you get the full benefit of treatment with laronidase.

Common Side-Effects

LARONIDASE : Pain, Blood Pressure, High, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Diarrhoea, Fever, Chills, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Redness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Abdomen Pain, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Pale Skin, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Noisy Breathing, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing

Serious Side-Effects

LARONIDASE : Varicose Veins, Vision Problems, Muscle Pain, Blindness, Back Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chest Pain, Confusion, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Irregular Heartbeat, Loss Of Appetite, Shortness Of Breath, Body Excessive Sweating, Bad Breath, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Eyes Change In Vision, Loss Of Voice, Body Loss Of Movement, Nasal Congestion, Joint Pain, Legs Swelling, Feet Swelling, Face Swelling

Technical Classification

LARONIDASE is categorized as: LYSOSOMAL ENZYMES / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

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