PROLASTIN

Drug Name: PROLASTIN

PROLASTIN DESCRIPTION:
ALPHA-1-PROTEINASE INHIBITOR - INJECTION (AL-fa 1 PRO-tee-naze inhibitor)

COMMON PROLASTIN BRAND NAME(S):
Prolastin

PROLASTIN SIDE EFFECTS:
Lightheadedness, dizziness and a slight fever have been reported as a result of PROLASTIN. If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE PROLASTIN:
PROLASTIN: PROLASTIN is given by injection into a vein usually once a week.

PROLASTIN USES:
PROLASTIN is used in people that lack alpha-1- antitrypsin and have developed panacinar emphysema.

PROLASTIN PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions: illnesses, any allergies. PROLASTIN should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if PROLASTIN is found in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

PROLASTIN DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

PROLASTIN OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

PROLASTIN NOTES:
PROLASTIN is prepared from donor plasma. It is tested and heat-treated to prevent spread of infectious agents. Although there are no cases of hepatitis occurring in patients treated with PROLASTIN, there is a slight risk. It is recommended that a hepatitis B vaccine be received before using PROLASTIN.

MISSED PROLASTIN DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

PROLASTIN STORAGE:
Store in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 to 8 degrees C), or at a temperature not to exceed 77 degrees F (25 C). Do not freeze. Do not refrigerate after mixing. Discard unused solution after 3 hours. Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information on enrollment call Medic Alert(TM) at 1-800-854-1166. In Canada call 1-800-668-1507.