Eflornithine : Proper Use (Ornidyl)

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Eflornithine (Systemic)

Brand Names : Ornidyl

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

Proper Use of This Medicine

To ensure the best response, eflornithine must be given for the full time of treatment. Also, this medicine works best when there is a constant amount in the blood. To help keep the amount constant, eflornithine must be given on a regular schedule.

Dosing - The dose of eflornithine will be different for different patients. The following information includes only the average dose of eflornithine.

For injection dosage form:
- For the treatment of African sleeping sickness:
  - Adults - Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 100 milligrams (mg) per kilogram (kg) (45 mg per pound) of body weight injected slowly into a vein over a period of at least forty-five minutes. This dose is given every six hours for fourteen days.
  - Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

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