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Tegsedi

Inotersen Sodium

What is Tegsedi used for?

This medication is used to treat nerve problems due to a certain inherited condition (transthyretin-mediated amyloidosis). This condition causes a protein that your body normally makes (transthyretin-TTR), to change shape and build up in different parts of your body, which can affect the nerves, heart, eyes, and gut. This medication works by decreasing the buildup of TTR in your body.

CHEMICAL NAME

Inotersen Sodium (IN-oh-TER-sen)

DRUG TYPE

Amyloidosis

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Tegsedi Frequently Asked Questions

This medication decreases the number of platelets in your blood, which may cause serious (even fatal) bleeding problems. Tell your doctor right away if you notice symptoms such as easy bruising, a rash of tiny reddish-purple spots (especially on your lower legs), bleeding gums, nosebleeds, blood in urine/stools, vomiting or coughing up blood, neck stiffness, unusual severe headache, or unusual/heavy menstrual periods (women).

This medication can cause serious kidney damage that may result in the need for dialysis. Tell your doctor right away if you have swelling in your face/feet/hands, shortness of breath, cough, blood in urine, brown/foamy urine, or change in amount of urine.

Careful monitoring and treatment by your doctor may decrease your risk for serious side effects. Lab and/or medical tests (such as kidney/liver function, complete blood count, urine tests) should be done before you start using this medication, while you are using it, and for 8 weeks after stopping treatment. Keep all medical and lab appointments.

To receive this medication in the United States, you must understand, agree to, and carefully follow the requirements of the Tegsedi REMS Program. If you live in Canada or any other country, consult your doctor and pharmacist for your country's regulations.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Tegsedi Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Syringe
284 Mg/1.5