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Reduced urination, sudden weight gain, or swelling in your legs. These could be signs of a kidney problem.
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Pain, swelling, warmth, redness, or a lump in your legs or arms, other than at the infusion site(s). These could be signs of a blood clot.
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Brown or red urine, fast heart rate, yellow skin or eyes. These could be signs of a liver or blood problem.
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Chest pain or trouble breathing, blue lips or extremities. These could be signs of a lung problem.
These are not all of the possible side effects for HYQVIA. You can ask your healthcare professional for information that is provided to healthcare professionals. Talk to your healthcare professional about any side effects that bother you or that don’t go away.
How do I store HYQVIA?
Store HYQVIA refrigerated or at room temperature.
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You can store HYQVIA in the refrigerator (36° to 46°F [2° to 8°C]) for up to 36 months.
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You can store HYQVIA at room temperature (up to 77°F [25°C]) for up to 3 months during the first 24 months from the date of manufacturing (Mfg Date) printed on the carton.
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Do not return HYQVIA to the refrigerator if you take it out to room temperature.
Check the expiration date on the carton and vial label. Do not use HYQVIA after the expiration date.
Do not freeze.
Protect from light. You can use the original HYQVIA containers to protect it from light.
Resources at Baxalta Available to the Patients
For more information on patient resources and education, please visit www.immunedisease.com.
If you receive HYQVIA while pregnant you can participate in the pregnancy registry by calling 1-866-424-6724.
Detailed Instructions for Administration
Do not use HYQVIA at home until you get instructions and training from your healthcare professional.
Your healthcare professional will decide which administration system that is right for you. You will take the hyaluronidase first. Then, within 10 minutes, you will take the immune globulin through an infusion pump.
Prepare HYQVIA vial(s):
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Remove HYQVIA from the box. Allow vials to reach room temperature. This may take up to 60 minutes.
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Do not apply heat or place in microwave.
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Do not shake the vials.
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Check the vials:
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Do not use after expiration date.
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Do not use if the protective cap is missing or broken.
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Look at the color:
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The Recombinant Human Hyaluronidase (HY) should be clear and colorless.
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The Immune Globulin Infusion 10% (Human) (IG) should be clear and colorless or pale yellow.
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If either liquid is cloudy or has particles, do not use.
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Prepare for Infusion:
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Gather all supplies:
Items include: dual vial unit(s) of HYQVIA, infusion supplies: subcutaneous needle set, solution container (bag or syringe), sterile clear bandage and tape, pump tubing, transfer devices, syringe(s), gauze, tape, sharps container, infusion pump, infusion log and other supplies as needed.
Clean work area.
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Clean work area.
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Program the infusion pump according to prescribed infusion rates and manufacturer’s instructions.
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Wash hands thoroughly.
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Open supplies as shown by your healthcare professional.
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If your HYQVIA vials are pooled together by your pharmacist; skip to step 5.
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