Watch the video below to see Noah prepare and self-administer his dose of RUCONEST. Be sure to read the full instructions, located in the Prescribing Information under the Patient Product Information section, before preparing the medication for injection.
To help you become comfortable with self-administration, a dedicated RUCONEST Patient Advocate Nurse is available to you for in-person training, as many times as needed.
Watch the self-administration video
Noah, 13 years old
Taking RUCONEST to treat HAE
RUCONEST dosing and administration
Recommended dose of RUCONEST for an HAE attack
Discuss dosing with your healthcare provider to help ensure that the correct dose of RUCONEST is administered.
Dosing by body weight
Body weighta
RUCONEST dose for IV injection
Volume (mL) of reconstituted solution (150 U/mL) to be administered
<84 kg (185 lb)
50 U per kg
Body weight in kg divided by 3
≥84 kg (185 lb)
4200 U (2 vials)
28 mL
a1 kg=2.2 lb
How to administer RUCONEST
RUCONEST is administered by slow intravenous (IV) injection over approximately 5 minutes
Patients may self-administer RUCONEST after receiving appropriate training by a qualified healthcare professional
RUCONEST should be administered upon recognition of an HAE attack
The importance of vein care
Tips to ensure optimal vein health for patients self-administering RUCONEST
RUCONEST can be self-administered by appropriately trained patients, so it's important that you do everything you can to take care of your veins. Below are some tips to help keep your veins healthy and viable.
Vein Care Dos:
Find a well-lit area to do your infusion
Make sure to alternate arms when infusing your RUCONEST doses
When choosing a vein, look for one that feels bouncy, not stiff or rolling!
Use a tourniquet to apply pressure and help your vein become more prominent for easier access
Stay hydrated
Vein Care Don'ts:
Don't rush. Staying calm will help you to easily access your veins
Don't use veins that are red, inflamed, or sore to touch
Don't forget to remove the tourniquet. Leaving it on for a long time may cause damage to your veins
Important Note: Veins that are red or inflamed may be a sign of infection. Infusing with an infected vein may cause permanent damage. Talk to your healthcare provider about what you can do to treat red or inflamed veins
Why RUCONEST?
RUCONEST is a plasma-free C1-INH proven to help treat HAE attacks.
