Alprolix Intravenous and Cetuximab

• Generic Name: coagulation factor ix
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Alphanine SD, Alprolix, BeneFIX, Idelvion, Ixinity, Mononine, Rebinyn, Rixubis, BeneFIX 250 Int'l Units, BeneFIX

Factor IX Fc fusion protein recombinant injection is used as an on-demand treatment to control or prevent bleeding episodes, prevent bleeding during surgery, or reduce the frequency of bleeding episodes in patients with hemophilia B (congenital Factor IX deficiency).

Factor IX is a protein that is produced naturally in the body. Alprolix® is a man-made protein produced to replicate the naturally occurring factor IX in the body. It is used to stop bleeding by helping the blood to clot in patients with hemophilia B.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the supervision of your doctor or other health care professional.

• Generic Name: cetuximab
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Erbitux

Cetuximab is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.

Cetuximab is used to treat cancers of the colon and rectum. It is also used to treat head and neck cancer.

Cetuximab is often used in combination with other cancer medicines or radiation treatment.

Cetuximab may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.