What is Glatopa?
Glatopa can be used to treat adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing remitting disease, and active secondary progressive diseases).Glatopa does not cure MS but can reduce the frequency of relapses.Glatopa can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Glatopa
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction , seek immediate medical attention difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat.Side effects can occur minutes after the injection. Inform your doctor if any of these symptoms are present: itching, skin rash, swelling, warmth, redness on your skin, tingling, or anxiety.You may experience this type of reaction even after using Glatopa regularly for several months.
Glatopa may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Chest pain (which may occur by itself or in conjunction with other side effects soon after an injection);
- Pain, burning, irritation, or changes in the skin where the injection is given
- The following symptoms are common in liver failure: diarrhoea; loss of appetite; pain or swelling of your stomach or legs; easy bleeding drowsiness or confusion. Jaundice.
Side effects that are common include:
- Feeling short of breath
- Flushing (a sudden feeling of warmth, redness, or tingling);
- Rash;
- Redness, pain, or swelling where the injection has been given
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Kesimpta , Betaseron , Copaxone , Aubagio , Tecfidera , Gilenya, and Tysabri
Warnings
Do not use it other than as directed. Inform your doctor of any other medications you are taking or if you have allergies or other medical conditions.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to mannitol, then you should not use Glatopa.Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing.
How to take Glatopa?
Read all the instructions and medication guides on the prescription label. Glatopa is administered using either a prefilled needle or an optional autoinjector. Follow the instructions on the label.Glatopa can be injected into the skin. You may be taught how to use the medication properly by a healthcare provider. Do not repeat the same injection in the same area. Depending on the dose, this medicine is injected daily or three times per week.Please read and follow all instructions for use that come with your medication. If you do not understand the instructions, don't use Glatopa.Should you have any queries, don't hesitate to ask your pharmacist or doctor.Make sure you use the correct autoinjector. If you use an incorrect autoinjector, you may get the wrong dosage If you have questions, consult with either your pharmacist or physician.Storing the prefilled syringes is best done in the fridge. Do not freeze. Do not freeze.Let the medicine reach room temperature by 20 minutes after removing it from the fridge.If refrigeration isn't available, a prefilled syringe can be stored for up to 30 days at room temperature. Keep away from moisture, heat, and light.After one use, throw away the prefilled syringe, even if it still contains medicine.If the medication is cloudy, has changed colour, or contains particles, call your pharmacist.Never reuse a syringe or needle. Put them in a "sharps container" that is puncture proof and dispose of the sharps according to local or state laws. Keep away from children and pets.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you are almost due for your next dose, skip the missed dosage. Never take two doses of the same medicine at once.
What happens if you overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Glatopa may be affected by other drugs, such as vitamins and herbal remedies. Inform your doctor of all the other medications you take.
