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Natrecor

Natrecor is used for:

Treating patients with congestive heart failure who have difficulty breathing during rest or with minimal activity.

Natrecor is a human B type natriuretic peptide (hBNP). It works by binding to certain receptors at the veins and arteries and allowing them to relax, causing better blood flow for the heart.

Do NOT use Natrecor if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Natrecor
• you have certain heart problems (eg, low cardiac filling pressures, narrowing of heart valves, restrictive or obstructive cardiomyopathy, constrictive pericarditis, pericardial tamponade)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Natrecor :

Some medical conditions may interact with Natrecor . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have kidney problems or low blood pressure

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Natrecor . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, captopril) because the risk of side effects, such as low blood pressure, may be increased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Natrecor may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Natrecor :

Use Natrecor as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Natrecor is usually administered as an injection at your doctor"s office, hospital, or clinic.
• If Natrecor contains particles or is discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged in any way, do not use it.
• Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials. Dispose of properly after use. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist to explain local regulations for proper disposal.
• If you miss a dose of Natrecor , use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Natrecor .

Important safety information:

• Natrecor may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Natrecor . Using Natrecor alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol, may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. If dizziness occurs, sit up or stand up slowly.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, tell your doctor immediately.
• LAB TESTS, including blood pressure monitoring and electrocardiogram (ECG) readings, will be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Use Natrecor with extreme caution in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Natrecor during pregnancy. It is unknown if Natrecor is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while using Natrecor .

Possible side effects of Natrecor :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Anxiety; back pain; dizziness; headache; lightheadedness; nervousness; sleeplessness.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; decreased urination; fainting; fast or slow heartbeat; interrupted breathing; nausea; severe dizziness; vomiting.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include fainting; loss of consciousness; nausea; severe dizziness; vomiting.

Natrecor is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Natrecor at home, store Natrecor as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Natrecor out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Natrecor , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Natrecor is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Natrecor . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.