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Egrifta SV Dosage

Generic name: TESAMORELIN ACETATE 2mg in 0.5mL;
Dosage form: kit
Drug class: Growth hormones

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 29, 2024.

Dosage and Administration

• The dosage and administration recommendations in this prescribing information only apply to EGRIFTA SV (tesamorelin) for injection 2 mg per vial formulation. For dosage and administration recommendations for tesamorelin for injection 1 mg per vial formulation, see the EGRIFTA prescribing information. These two formulations and strengths have differences in the dosage, the number of vials required to prepare a dose, reconstitution instructions, and storage requirements.
• The dose of EGRIFTA SV is 1.4 mg, 0.35 mL of the reconstituted solution [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)], injected subcutaneously once daily.
• Inject EGRIFTA SV into the abdomen. Rotate injection sites to different areas of the abdomen [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5)]. Do not inject into scar tissue, bruises or the navel.

Reconstitution Procedure

• Instruct patients to read the Instructions for Use enclosed in the EGRIFTA SV Medication Box.
• Use only the diluent provided, Sterile Water for Injection, to reconstitute EGRIFTA SV.
• Reconstitute 1 vial of EGRIFTA SV lyophilized powder with 0.5 mL of diluent (2 mg per 0.5 mL). Mix by rolling the vial gently in your hands for 30 seconds. Do not shake.
• Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Use only if the solution is clear, colorless and without particulate matter.
• Administer 0.35 mL of EGRIFTA SV immediately following reconstitution and throw away any unused solution and diluent. If not used immediately, discard the reconstituted solution. Do not freeze or refrigerate the reconstituted solution.

Further information

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