Laronidase (By injection)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to laronidase.

Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
This medicine is usually given once a week. The medicine is injected slowly, so the needle will remain in place for 3 to 4 hours.
Missed dose: You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have heart disease, lung disease or breathing problems, you use oxygen, or you have an infection or illness.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Chest pain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heartbeat
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose
Lightheadedness or fainting
Numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet
Trouble breathing, rapid or shallow breathing
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Headache
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Rash or itching
Warmth or redness in your face, neck, or chest

Last Updated: 1/27/2017