About lonoctocog alfa
Recombinant factor VIII clotting factor
Used for
- Prevention and treatment of bleeding in haemophilia A
- Control of bleeding during surgery in haemophilia A
Usual adult dose
Dose is individualized by weight, factor VIII level, bleeding severity, and treatment goal; given intravenously.
Usual dose in children
Dose is individualized by weight, factor VIII level, bleeding severity, and treatment goal; given intravenously.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Fever
- Injection-site reactions
- Development of factor VIII inhibitors
Important warnings
- Severe allergic reactions can occur.
- Factor VIII inhibitors may reduce or prevent treatment response.
- Monitor factor VIII levels and inhibitor development during treatment.
- Not for von Willebrand disease or other bleeding disorders.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; pregnancy experience is limited.
Breastfeeding
Not known whether it passes into breast milk; use only when needed.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.