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

- ZYCUBO
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- 2.9 MG
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COPPER HISTIDINATE (KOP er HIS ti di nate) treats Menkes disease, a genetic condition that affects the body’s ability to process copper. It works by increasing levels of copper in your body. This decreases symptoms. It also delays worsening symptoms.

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COPPER HISTIDINATE (KOP er HIS ti di nate) treats Menkes disease, a genetic condition that affects the body’s ability to process copper. It works by increasing levels of copper in your body. This decreases symptoms. It also delays worsening symptoms.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
This medication is injected under the skin. 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 as young as newborns 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.
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
-Kidney injury—decrease in the amount of urine, swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
-Liver injury—right upper belly pain, loss of appetite, nausea, light-colored stool, dark yellow or brown urine, yellowing skin or eyes, unusual weakness or fatigue
-Low red blood cell level—unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness, headache, trouble breathing
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Diarrhea
-Fever
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
-Vomiting

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
-Refrigeration: Store in the refrigerator. Keep it in the original carton until you are ready to take it. Get rid of any unused medication after it expires.
Opened (mixed) vials
-Refrigeration (preferred): Once mixed, store in the refrigerator. Get rid of any unused medication after 24 hours.
-Room temperature: Once mixed, may store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after 4 hours.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have 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.