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ReoPro Active Ingredients: Abciximab Injection Representative Names: ReoPro What is abciximab injection? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should this medicine be used? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with abciximab? What side effects may I notice from receiving abciximab? What should I watch for while taking abciximab? Where can I keep my medicine? What is abciximab injection? (Back to top) ABCIXIMAB (ReoPro®) prevents your blood from clotting during episodes of chest pain or a heart attack, or while you are undergoing a procedure to treat a blocked coronary artery. Generic abciximab injection is not yet available. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) Your prescriber or health care professional needs to know if you have any of the following conditions: •if you are taking a blood thinner such as Coumadin® or any medicines that affect platelets such as aspirin, ticlopidine, or clopidogrel •bleeding disorders or blood problems •brain tumor or aneurysm •high blood pressure •stomach ulcers •recent injury or surgery •previous stroke •weight of under 165 pounds •an unusual or allergic reaction to abciximab, mouse or human proteins, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should this medicine be used? (Back to top) Abciximab is for injection or infusion into a vein. It is given by a health-care professional in a hospital or clinic setting. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) This does not apply. What drug(s) may interact with abciximab? (Back to top) •anagrelide •agents that treat or prevent blood clots (e.g., heparin, warfarin) •antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs such as ibuprofen) •aspirin •cilostazol •clopidogrel •dipyridamole •herbal products containing feverfew, garlic, ginger, ginkgo, or horse chestnut •ticlopidine Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines. What side effects may I notice from receiving abciximab? (Back to top) Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: •signs of bleeding - bruising, pinpoint red spots on the skin, black, tarry stools, blood in the urine •back pain •chest pain •coughing up blood •difficulty breathing •dizziness or fainting spells Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •headache •nausea •pain at the site of injection •stomach ache What should I watch for while taking abciximab? (Back to top) Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving abciximab. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) This does not apply. You will only receive abciximab in a hospital setting. Last Updated:11/06/2000 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.