Galsulfase (Intravenous Route)

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Precautions

If you will be taking this medicine for a long time, it is very important that your doctor check you or your child at regular visits for any problems or unwanted effects that may be caused by this medicine.

This medicine may cause serious types of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor or nurse right away if you have dizziness; lightheadedness; a rash; itching; hoarseness; trouble with breathing or swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you or your child are using this medicine.

This medicine may cause headaches and skin reactions, such as a rash or itching, while you are receiving the injection or within 24 hours after you receive it. Check with your doctor or nurse right away if you or your child have any of these symptoms.

This medicine can cause fever and allergic-type reactions. You or your child will receive medicines to prevent these side effects, and that medicine may make you drowsy. Avoid driving, using machines, or doing anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.

Your doctor may want you or your child to join a patient registry for patients using this medicine. This will help you monitor the progress of your disease while on long-term treatment using this medicine.

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