Warnings


What may interact with Cuvitru?

-Live virus vaccines

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Cuvitru

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Blood clotting disorder
-Condition where you have excess fluid in your body, such as heart failure or edema
-Dehydration
-Diabetes
-Have had blood clots
-Heart disease
-Immune system conditions
-Kidney disease
-Low levels of IgA
-Recent or upcoming vaccine
-An unusual or allergic reaction to immune globulin, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding

What should I watch for while using Cuvitru?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
This medication increases the risk of blood clots. People with heart, blood vessel, or blood clotting conditions are more likely to develop a blood clot. Other risk factors include advanced age, estrogen use, tobacco use, lack of movement, and being overweight.
This medication can decrease the response to a vaccine. If you need to get vaccinated, tell your care team if you have received this medication within the last year. Extra booster doses may be needed. Talk to your care team to see if a different vaccination schedule is needed.
If you have diabetes, you may get a falsely elevated blood sugar reading. Talk to your care team about how to check your blood sugar while taking this medication.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
You will be instructed on how to store this medication. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.