FEIBA Patient Information Booklet - Haemophilia Care

Why is it important that I keep
taking FEIBA?
When medication has been prescribed, it is important to continue taking
it regularly as recommended by your Haemophilia Centre, as this will reduce
the risk of ‘spontaneous’ bleeds. Prophylactic treatment enables patients to
get on with their lives more easily.
For those with haemophilia, prophylaxis can prevent bleeds and joint damage,
which can be painful and debilitating. By protecting joints the likelihood of
requiring orthopaedic surgery later in life can also be reduced.
What dose of FEIBA should I take?
Your haemophilia Doctor or Nurse will give you clear guidance as to the dose
you need and how often you should infuse.
For regular infusions (prophylaxis) the recommended dose is 50–100 units per
kilogram of body weight from daily to three times a week. When administered
during ITI, a daily dose of 50 U/kg body weight may be sufficient.
For prophylactic treatment, FEIBA can be infused as regularly as daily or as
little as three times a week. Patients will be treated individually to assess their
needs. Regular appointments to track progress and assess symptoms will
enable your haemophilia care team to ensure you are using the optimum dose.
What are the potential
side-effects?
As with all injected products, allergic reactions are possible. As a result
the most frequently reported side-effects of FEIBA include allergic and
hypersensitivity reactions such as shortness of breath, hives, rash
and flushing.
Rarely, other more serious side-effects may occur. Please read the
leaflet inside your FEIBA packaging carefully and seek medical attention
immediately if you become concerned about any potential reactions
to FEIBA.
To treat a spontaneous bleed (on-demand treatment), you will be given clear
guidance by your haemophilia care team, as the dose and dosing interval will
depend on the nature and severity of the bleed. Depending on the nature
of the bleed and how confident you feel about home infusion, you may need
to go to your Haemophilia Centre to deal with a spontaneous bleed.
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