Alefacept : Proper Use (Amevive)

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Alefacept (Systemic)

Brand Names : Amevive

Alefacept | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

Dosing - The dose of alefacept may be different for different patients. Alefacept is usually given by a doctor or nurse. The following information includes only the average dose of alefacept.

For parenteral dosage form
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  - Adults - 15 milligrams (mg) injected into a muscle once a week for 12 weeks
    - 7.5 milligrams (mg) injected into a vein once a week for 12 weeks
  - Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Protect from light.
Store this medicine at room temperature. Do not refrigerate.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.

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