What is Yescarta?

What should I tell my doctor?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• Heart disease
• Infection
• Inflammatory disorder
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Lung or breathing disease, such as asthma or COPD
• Nervous system problems, such as seizures, stroke, or memory loss
• Recent or upcoming vaccine
• An unusual or allergic reaction to axicabtagene ciloleucel, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservative
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Breastfeeding

How should I use this drug?

This medication is infused into a vein. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.

This therapy uses cells from your immune system. Your cells will be collected several weeks before you receive therapy. Your care team will give you chemotherapy several days before your infusion to help your body prepare for it.

A special MedGuide will be given to you before treatment. Be sure to read this information carefully.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply. This medication is not for regular use.

Where should I store this drug?

This medication is given in a hospital or clinic. It will not be stored at home.

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Carvykti

Casgevy

Hemgenix

Kebilidi

Kymriah

Luxturna

Roctavian

Skysona

Tecartus

Vyjuvek

Zolgensma

Zynteglo

Other Conditions

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