C1 Esterase Inhibitor (Human) Dosage

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Usual Adult Dose for Hereditary Angioedema

For routine prophylaxis against angioedema attacks in HAE patients.
Cinryze: 1,000 Units by intravenous infusion at a rate of 1 mL per minute (1,000 units/ 10 mL) every 3 or 4 days.

For treatment of acute abdominal, facial or laryngeal attacks of HAE:
Berinert: 20 units per kg body weight intravenously at a rate of approximately 4 mL per minute (500 units/10 mL).

Usual Pediatric Dose for Hereditary Angioedema

For treatment of acute abdominal, facial or laryngeal attacks of HAE:
13 years and older:
Berinert: 20 units per kg body weight intravenously at a rate of approximately 4 mL per minute (500 units/10 mL)

Renal Dose Adjustments

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Liver Dose Adjustments

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Dialysis

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Frequently asked questions

• What is Cinryze used for and how does it work?
• What is Ruconest used for and how does it work?
• How is Berinert administered?
• How does Berinert work for Hereditary Angioedema (HAE)?

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