Icatibant Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Icatibant, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Icatibant brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Icatibant

Pronunciation : eye KAT i bant

Therapeutic Classification : Peptidomimetic agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Icatibant

International :

Firazyr

Why is Icatibant Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a peptidomimetic agent, prescribed for Hereditary Angioedema (HAE). It blocks the action of a substance named as bradykinin, which is responsible for the HAE symptoms.

When should Icatibant not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Icatibant?

The recommended dose is 30 mg administered by subcutaneous (SC) injection in the abdominal area.

How should Icatibant be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider under the skin.

What are the warnings and precautions for Icatibant?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or tiredness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while using this medication.