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Myozyme, Lumizyme
A lysosomal enzyme - It is a drug that is used to replace an enzyme that is missing in patients with Pompe disease
                



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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor for regular check ups. You may need blood work done while you are taking this medicine. Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.

You can be a part of a registry for patients with Pompe disease. This registry may ask for information over a long time. Ask your healthcare professional for more information.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • blue color to lips, nailbeds
  • breathing problems
  • chest pain, tightness
  • cold sweat
  • fast, irregular heartbeat
  • feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
  • fever or other signs of infection
  • flushed or pale skin
  • unusually high or low blood pressure
  • unusually weak or tired

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • diarrhea
  • headache
  • irritable
  • irritation at site where injected
  • nausea

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

NOTE:This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

                
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