C1 Esterase Inhibitor, Human (Intravenous Route)

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C1 Esterase Inhibitor, Human (Intravenous Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Berinert
  • Cinryze

Description

C1 esterase inhibitor is used to treat or prevent hereditary angioedema (HAE), which is a rare disease that causes swelling of the face, hands, feet, throat, stomach, bowels, or sexual organs. People who have HAE have low levels of C1 esterase inhibitor in their body. This medicine works by improving your immune system and clotting system.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Powder for Solution
Before Using
DR602823 Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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