Key facts about Agalsidase Beta
What dosages is Agalsidase Beta available in?
Agalsidase Beta is available as a 5 mg or 35 mg single-dose vial.
What is Agalsidase Beta used for?
Agalsidase Beta is an enzyme replacement therapy used to treat Fabry disease in people 2 years of age and older.
How does Agalsidase Beta work?
Agalsidase Beta is an enzyme replacement therapy for people with Fabry disease. It replaces the missing alpha-galactosidase A (alpha-Gal A) enzyme in the body. This enzyme helps clear the buildup of fats called globotriaosylceramide (GL-3) that causes damage to the body in Fabry disease.
How do I take Agalsidase Beta?
The dose is based on your body weight. The typical dose is 1 mg/kg of weight every 2 weeks as an infusion into your veins (intravenous or IV infusion).
Is it safe for me to take Agalsidase Beta?
Agalsidase Beta is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you.
Agalsidase Beta Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Agalsidase Beta:
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Chills
- Fever
- Headache
- Cough
- Feeling of “pins and needles”
- Low energy
- Swelling in arms, feet, or ankles
- Dizziness
- Rash
- Arm or leg pain
- Muscle pain
- Lower respiratory tract infection
- Back pain
- High blood pressure (14%)
- Itching
Agalsidase Beta Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Agalsidase Beta. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis): trouble breathing, tightness in the throat, hives, itching, fast heartbeat, nausea, stomach pain, dizziness, lightheadedness, swelling in the face or tongue
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Agalsidase Beta
- There are no major drug interactions listed for Agalsidase Beta. However, always let your physician and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking
Who makes Agalsidase Beta?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is Agalsidase Beta safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Agalsidase Beta will harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you become pregnant while taking Agalsidase Beta. Pregnant women and women of reproductive potential should be encouraged to enroll in the Fabry patient registry. The registry will monitor the effect of Agalsidase Beta on pregnant women and their offspring. For more information, visit www.registrynxt.com or call 1-800-745-4447, extension 15500.
