a flair Curosurf Generic Name: Poractant Alfa (Curosurf) (por AKT ant AL fa) Brand Name: Curosurf Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Pregnancy More User Reviews Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Uses of Curosurf: It is used to treat or prevent lung distress in premature babies. Slideshow Shingles: Settling The Score What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Curosurf? If your child has an allergy to Curosurf (poractant alfa (curosurf)) or any part of this medicine. If your child is allergic to any drugs like this one or any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell the doctor about the allergy and what signs your child had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems. Tell the doctor and pharmacist about all of your child's drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for your child to take Curosurf with all of his/her drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug your child takes without checking with the doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Curosurf? Tell all of your child's health care providers that your child is taking this medicine. This includes your child's doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Your child will be closely watched while taking Curosurf. How is this medicine (Curosurf) best taken? Give this medicine as ordered by your child's doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. This medicine is given into the lungs with a tube. What do I do if I miss a dose? Call your child's doctor to find out what to do. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your child's doctor or get medical help right away if your child has any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Slow heartbeat. Very bad dizziness or passing out. What are some other side effects of Curosurf? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your child's doctor or get medical help if your child has any side effects that bother your child or do not go away. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your child's doctor. Call your child's doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Curosurf? If you need to store Curosurf at home, talk with your child's doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your child's symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your child's doctor. Do not share your child's drug with others and do not give anyone else's drug to your child. Keep a list of all your child's drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your child's doctor. Talk with your child's doctor before giving your child any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with your child's doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Curosurf, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Curosurf. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Curosurf. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Curosurf (poractant) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Support Group Pricing & Coupons 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: lung surfactants Professional resources Curosurf (AHFS Monograph) Curosurf (FDA) Related treatment guides Respiratory Distress Syndrome Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only N Pregnancy Category Not classified N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug 10 + years Approval History FDA approved 1999 Curosurf Rating No Reviews - Be the first! 10 /10 No Reviews - Be the first! 10 Rate it! Manufacturer Chiesi USA, Inc. Drug Class Lung surfactants Related Drugs Respiratory Distress Syndrome Surfaxin , Infasurf , beractant , Survanta , lucinactant , calfactant , poractant , More... decent
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