Hyaluronidase is used as an aid in helping your body absorb other injected medications.
Hyaluronidase is also used to help contrast dyes in your body show more clearly on certain
types of x-rays or scans.
Hyaluronidase may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Your doctor may perform a skin test to see if you are allergic to hyaluronidase before you
receive the medication.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether this medication is harmful to an
unborn baby. Before you receive hyaluronidase, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become
pregnant during treatment.
It is not known if hyaluronidase passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby.
Do not receive this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
How should I take hyaluronidase (injectable)?
This medication is given as an injection under the skin. You will receive the injection from a
doctor or other healthcare professional.
What happens if I miss a dose of hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss an appointment for your hyaluronidase injection.
Where can I get more information about hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Your pharmacist has information about hyaluronidase (injectable) written for health professionals that you may read.
What are the possible side effects of hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these
signs of an allergic
reaction:
hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Less serious side effects may include:
pain or tenderness where the medication was injected; or
swelling in any part of your body.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your
doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at
1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Your doctor may perform a skin test to see if you are allergic to hyaluronidase before you
receive the medication.
Before receiving hyaluronidase, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:
furosemide (Lasix); phenytoin (Dilantin); a sedative or anxiety medication (such as Valium, Xanax,
Tranxene); aspirin or salicylates; cortisone or ACTH (Corticotropin); estrogens; or an antihistamine
(such as a cold or allergy medicine).
What should I avoid while taking hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while
you are using hyaluronidase.
What other drugs will affect hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Before receiving hyaluronidase, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:
furosemide (Lasix);
phenytoin (Dilantin);
a sedative or anxiety medication (such as Valium, Xanax,
Tranxene);
aspirin or salicylates;
cortisone or ACTH (Corticotropin);
estrogens; or
an antihistamine (such as a cold or allergy medicine).
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with
hyaluronidase. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins,
minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication
without telling your doctor.
What happens if I have an overdose of hyaluronidase (injectable)?
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share
your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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