C1 Esterase Inhibitor (Human) Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 16, 2023.
Applies to the following strengths: 500 units; 500 intl units; 2000 intl units; 3000 intl units
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Usual Pediatric Dose for:
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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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