Alhemo Side Effects
What should I watch for?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
Talk to your care team if you may be pregnant. Serious birth defects can occur if you take this medication during pregnancy and for 7 weeks after the last dose. You will need a negative pregnancy test before taking this medication. Contraception is recommended while taking this medication and for 7 weeks after the last dose. Your care team can help find the option that works for you.
What are the side effects?
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Blood clot—pain, swelling, or warmth in the leg, shortness of breath, chest pain
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
What may interact with this drug?
- Factor eight inhibitor bypassing activity (FEIBA)
- Factor VIIa