What is Artiss Duo Set?
Fibrinolysis inhibitor and thrombin are agents that are involved in blood clotting.
Fibrin sealant topical is used to cause blood clotting during surgery or due to trauma when natural blood clotting processes are deficient.
Fibrin sealant topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
What is the most important information I should know about Artiss Duo Set?
Fibrin sealant topical is made from human plasma (part of the blood) and may contain infectious agents (e.g., viruses) that can cause disease. Although fibrin sealant topical is screened, tested, and treated to reduce the possibility that it carries an infectious agent, it can still potentially transmit disease. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of using fibrin sealant topical.
Contact your doctor if you develop fever, drowsiness, chills, runny nose, rash, joint pain, poor appetite, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes following treatment with fibrin sealant topical. These may be symptoms of infections that may occur due to use of this product.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Artiss Duo Set?
Do not use fibrin sealant topical without first talking to your doctor if you are allergic to cows or products derived from cows.
Fibrin sealant topical is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether it will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use fibrin sealant topical without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether fibrin sealant topical will be harmful to a nursing baby. Do not use fibrin sealant topical without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Artiss Duo Set Side Effects
What are the possible side effects of Artiss Duo Set?
Fibrin sealant topical is made from human plasma (part of the blood) and may contain infectious agents (e.g., viruses) that can cause disease. Although fibrin sealant topical is screened, tested, and treated to reduce the possibility that it carries an infectious agent, it can still potentially transmit disease. Discuss with your doctor the risks and benefits of using fibrin sealant topical.
Contact your doctor if you develop fever, drowsiness, chills, runny nose, rash, joint pain, poor appetite, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes following treatment with fibrin sealant topical. These may be symptoms of infections that may occur due to use of this product.
Notify your doctor immediately if you experience a rare but serious allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives) to fibrin sealant topical.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Artiss Duo Set Interactions
What other drugs affect Artiss Duo Set?
It is not known whether other medications will interact with fibrin sealant topical. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products during treatment with fibrin sealant topical.
What should I avoid while taking Artiss Duo Set?
There are no restrictions on food, beverages, or activity following the use of fibrin sealant topical, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
Artiss Duo Set Dosage
How should I take Artiss Duo Set?
Fibrin sealant topical will be administered by a healthcare professional as a topical application.
What happens if I overdose on Artiss Duo Set?
Due to the indications for use and the method of application of fibrin sealant topical, an overdose of the medication is unlikely to occur. Contact your doctor or a poison control center for advice if an overdose is suspected.
What happens if I miss a dose of Artiss Duo Set?
Due to the indications for use and the method of application of fibrin sealant topical, missing a dose is not likely to occur.
Edited from everydayhealth.com