repatha 140mg/ml 2 pre-filled pens
ريباثا 140مجم/مل 2 قلم للحقن
evolocumabThe published official price. Pharmacies may differ slightly.
- Strength
- 140mg/ml
- Form
- pen
- Manufacturer
- amgen > multipharma
- Route
- injection
The medical information below is guidance and may be incomplete or wrong. Do not change your medicine or dose based on it — ask a pharmacist or doctor.
Uses
Used to reduce LDL cholesterol and cardiovascular risk in patients with hypercholesterolemia or familial hypercholesterolemia. It is also used to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in high-risk adults.
Do not use if
Contraindicated in patients with a history of serious hypersensitivity reactions to evolocumab or its components.
Side effects
Common effects include nasopharyngitis, upper respiratory infections, influenza-like symptoms, back pain, and injection-site reactions.
Warnings
Serious hypersensitivity reactions including angioedema may occur. Discontinue treatment if significant allergic reactions develop.
How it works
A monoclonal antibody that inhibits PCSK9, increasing LDL receptor availability and enhancing clearance of LDL cholesterol from the blood.
Storage
Store refrigerated at 2°C to 8°C in the original carton. Do not freeze or shake.