What are the possible side effects of Kogenate FS?
You could have an allergic reaction to Kogenate FS. Call your healthcare provider right away and stop treatment if you get • rash or hives • itching • tightness of the chest or throat • difficulty breathing • light-headed, dizziness • nausea • decrease in blood pressure Your body can also make antibodies, called “inhibitors,” against Kogenate FS, which may stop Kogenate FS from working properly. Consult with your healthcare provider to make sure you are carefully monitored with blood tests for the development of inhibitors to factor VIII. Other common side effects with Kogenate FS include local reactions (irritation, pain, and swelling at infusion site) and injection device-related infections. Finding veins for injections may be difficult in young children. When frequent injections are required your child’s healthcare provider may propose to have a device surgically placed under the skin to facilitate access to the bloodstream. These devices may result in infections. Tell your healthca
