Cathflo Activase - Alteplase For Iv Catheters - Injectable Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Cathflo Activase.
• Cathflo Activase
• AL-teh-plays

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include.

Read Before Using Cathflo Activase (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Not applicable.

Cathflo Activase Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

Usage Instructions

• Mix this product by injecting 2.
• 2 ml of Sterile Water for Injection into the vial.
• Do not use a mixing solution containing a preservative (for example, Bacteriostatic Water for Injection).
• Gently swirl the vial until the drug is completely dissolved.
• Do not shake the vial.
• Slight foaming or bubbles may be present.
• If any large bubbles are present, allow them to dissolve before drawing the solution into a syringe.
• If any of the mixing instructions are unclear, consult your pharmacist.
• Inject this medication into the blocked IV line as directed by your doctor.
• The dosage is usually 2 mg (1 vial).
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to use the medication correctly and follow all instructions carefully.
• Avoid injecting this drug too quickly or with too much force/pressure.
• Doing so may damage the IV line or cause the blood clot to go into the blood stream.
• If the IV line does not re-open within 2 hours of the first dose, a second dose may be placed into the IV line.
• Consult the doctor.
• Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
• If either is present, do not use the liquid.
• Learn how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely.
• Consult your pharmacist.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially.

Possible Side Effects

• No side effects are expected to occur.
• If side effects occur, notify your doctor immediately.
• Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is an enzyme used to dissolve blood clots that may sometimes form within patient's IV lines (central venous access devices - CVADs).
• Blood clots can block the IV line and prevent other injectable drugs from being given.

Cathflo Activase Storage Instructions

• Store the unmixed vials refrigerated between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C) away from light.
• Do not freeze.
• Once mixed, the solution is good for 8 hours either refrigerated or at room temperature (between 36 and 86 degrees F or 2 and 30 degrees C).
• Discard any unused portion of the vial(s).