Icatibant (Subcutaneous Route)

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Icatibant (Subcutaneous Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Firazyr

Description

Icatibant injection is used to treat sudden attacks of hereditary angioedema (HAE). Icatibant works by blocking a chemical in the body that causes swelling, inflammation, and pain for patients with HAE. This medicine is not a cure for HAE.

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

Before Using
DR603521 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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