Bleeding disorders:
Indications for: HUMATE-P
Treatment and prevention of bleeding in adults with Hemophilia A. Treatment of spontaneous and trauma-induced bleeding, and prevention of excessive bleeding during and after surgery in adults and children with von Willebrand disease (VWD).
Adult Dosage:
Max injection rate: 4mL/min. Hemophilia A: Minor bleed: 15 IU FVIII/kg (obtain 30% FVIII increase) once; if needed, may give ½ dose once or twice daily for 1–2 days. Moderate bleed: initially 25 IU FVIII/kg (obtain 50% FVIII increase), then 15 IU FVIII/kg (maintain 30% FVIII increase) every 8–12hrs for 1–2 days, then repeat dose for 1–2 times daily for a total of 7 days or until healed. Severe bleed: initially 40–50 IU FVIII/kg, then 20–25 IU FVIII/kg every 8hrs (maintain 80–100% FVIII increase) for 7 days, then repeat dose for 1–2 times daily for additional 7 days (maintain 30–50% FVIII increase). VWD: Type 1 (Mild): major bleed: initially 40–60 IU/kg, then 40–50 IU/kg every 8–12hrs for 3 days, then once daily for a total of 7 days. Type 1 (Moderate or severe): minor bleed: 40–50 IU/kg for 1–2 doses; major bleed: initially 50–75 IU/kg, then 40–60 IU/kg every 8–12hrs for 3 days, then once daily for a total of 7 days. Types 2 and 3: minor bleed: 40–50 IU/kg for 1–2 doses; major bleed: initially 60–80 IU/kg, then 40–60 IU/kg every 8–12hrs for 3 days, then once daily for a total of 7 days. For dosing in surgery: see literature.
Children Dosage:
Max injection rate: 4mL/min. VWD: Type 1 (Mild): major bleed: initially 40–60 IU/kg, then 40–50 IU/kg every 8–12hrs for 3 days, then once daily for a total of 7 days. Type 1 (Moderate or severe): minor bleed: 40–50 IU/kg for 1–2 doses; major bleed: initially 50–75 IU/kg, then 40–60 IU/kg every 8–12hrs for 3 days, then once daily for a total of 7 days. Types 2 and 3: minor bleed: 40–50 IU/kg for 1–2 doses; major bleed: initially 60–80 IU/kg, then 40–60 IU/kg every 8–12hrs for 3 days, then once daily for a total of 7 days. For dosing in surgery: see literature.
HUMATE-P Contraindications:
Previous anaphylactic or severe systemic response to antihemophilic factor or von Willebrand factor preparations.
HUMATE-P Warnings/Precautions:
Confirm Factor VIII or von Willebrand factor deficiency prior to treatment. Increased risk of thromboembolic events in VWD. Contains human plasma; monitor for possible infection transmission. Large or frequent doses: monitor hematocrit for signs of hemolytic anemia. Monitor for development of inhibitors. Pregnancy (Cat.C).
HUMATE-P Classification:
Coagulation factor complex.
Adverse Reactions:
Allergic reaction, GI upset, inj site reactions, mild vasodilation, pruritus, paresthesia, peripheral edema, antibody formation; anaphylaxis, thrombosis.
Note:
Report all infections suspected to be transmitted by Humate-P to (800) 504–5434.
How Supplied:
Single-use vials—1 (w. diluent, supplies)
