What is Defitelio? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Defitelio

• Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

• Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Defitelio

Defitelio contraindications - Who shouldn't take Defitelio?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to defibrotide.

Defitelio warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease or bleeding problems.

• This medicine may increase your risk of bleeding.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

• Confusion, headache, problems with vision or speaking

• Lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting

• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Defitelio interactions & what to avoid when taking Defitelio

• Do not use this medicine if you are also using alteplase or heparin.

• This medicine may increase your risk of bleeding.

• Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.