Forzinity Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- FORZINITY
- QTY 3.5
- 280 MG/3.5
- VIAL
- Near 77381

ELAMIPRETIDE (EL a MIP re tide) treats Barth syndrome. It works improving muscle strength around your knee. This may help improve standing or walking.

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This medication is injected under the skin. It can be given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting. It may also be given at home.
If you get this medication at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give it. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.
It is important that you put your used needles and syringes in a special sharps container. Do not put them in a trash can. If you do not have a sharps container, call your pharmacist or care team to get one.
This medication comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this medication. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or care team if you have questions.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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.
This medication can cause pain, redness, swelling, itching, and bruising around the site where it was injected. Mild symptoms can be treated with antihistamines or topical steroids. Talk to your care team if your symptoms are more severe.
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
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Pain, redness, irritation, or bruising at the injection site

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Unopened (not in-use) vials: Store in the refrigerator. Do not freeze. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
Opened (in-use) vials: Store in the refrigerator or at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication 8 days after opening the vial.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or expired:
-Take the medication to a take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of it safely.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.