Refacto Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Antihemophilic Factor VIII (recombinant) 250 IU, 500 IU, 1000 IU, 2000 IU; per vial; lyophilized pwd for IV infusion after reconstitution; preservative-free.
Pharmacological Class
Clotting factor.
How Supplied
Single-use vial—1 (w. diluent, supplies)
Manufacturer
Refacto Indications
Indications
Prevention and control of hemorrhagic episodes and for surgical prophylaxis in Hemophilia A. Short-term routine prophylaxis to reduce frequency of spontaneous bleeding episodes.
Refacto Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Dosage Required (IU) = Body Weight (kg) × Desired % Factor VIII Increase × 0.5. Individualize. Infuse at rate comfortable to patient. Minor hemorrhage: obtain 20–40% FVIII increase; give every 12–24hrs for at least 1 day until resolved. Moderate hemorrhage and tooth extraction: obtain 30–60% FVIII increase; give every 12–24hrs for 3–4 days until adequate hemostasis; for tooth extraction: a single infusion plus oral antifibrinolytic therapy within 1hr may be sufficient. Major hemorrhage: obtain 60–100% FVIII increase; give every 8–24hrs until resolved; or, for surgery, until local hemostasis achieved. Prophylaxis: give ≥2 times weekly; children may need shorter dosage intervals or higher doses.
Refacto Contraindications
Contraindications
Mouse or hamster protein sensitivity.
Refacto Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Refacto Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for von Willebrand's disease. Confirm Factor VIII deficiency prior to treatment. Monitor for development of Factor VIII inhibitors. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Refacto Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Refacto Interactions
Not Applicable
Refacto Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Allergic reactions, headache, fever, chills, flushing, nausea, vomiting, lethargy, pruritus, antibody formation.
Refacto Clinical Trials
See Literature
Refacto Note
Not Applicable
Refacto Patient Counseling
See Literature