Repatha is an injectable remedy that contains in its composition evolocumab, a substance that acts in the liver helping to reduce blood cholesterol levels.
This medicine is produced by Amgen Laboratories in the form of a pre-filled syringe, similar to insulin pens, which can be given at home following instruction from a doctor or nurse.
Price
Repatha, or evolocumab, can be purchased at the pharmacy prescription presentation and its value can range from 1400 reais, to a pre-filled syringe of 140 mg, to 2400 reais, for 2 syringes.
What is it for
Repatha is indicated for the treatment of patients with elevated blood cholesterol levels caused by primary hypercholesterolemia or mixed hypercholesterolemia and should always be accompanied by a balanced diet.
How to use
The method of use of Repatha, which is evolocumab, consists of an injection of 140 mg every 2 weeks or 1 injection of 420 mg once a month. However, the dose may be adjusted by the physician according to medical history.
Possible side effects
The main side effects of Repatha include hives, redness and itching of the skin, difficulty breathing, coryza, sore throat or swelling of the face, for example. In addition, Repatha may also trigger an allergic reaction at the injection site.
Contraindications of Repatha
Repatha is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to evolocumab or any of the other ingredients of the formulation.
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