Zemaira IV

In Depth

Generic Name: ALPHA-1-PROTEINASE INHIBITOR - INJECTION

Zemaira IV Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Zemaira IV Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.

Zemaira IV Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., pulmonary function tests) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

Since this medication is made from human blood, there is a very small risk that you may get infections from it (e.g., viral infections such as hepatitis B). All human blood used for medical purposes is tested very carefully to prevent this from happening. If you have questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Discuss with your doctor whether you should be vaccinated against hepatitis B.

Zemaira IV Storage

Different brands of this medication have different storage requirements. Ask your pharmacist how to store your brand. Do not freeze. After mixing this drug, do not refrigerate. Use the mixed drug within 3 hours. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.