Risk of anaphylactic reaction associated with glatiramer acetate, used to treat multiple sclerosis
What the notice records
| Product | Glatiramer acetate |
|---|---|
| Issue | Product safety - New safety information |
| What you should do | If you experience anaphylactic reaction symptoms, stop taking glatiramer acetate and seek immediate medical help by calling 9-1-1.Do not restart taking glatiramer acetate if you have experienced anaphylaxis unless your healthcare provider has identified another clear cause for the anaphylaxis.Report any health product-related side effects to Health Canada.What healthcare professionals should doInform patients and/or caregivers of the signs and symptoms of anaphylactic reactions, which may overlap with those of an immediate post-injection reaction.Instruct patients to seek immediate emergency medical care in the event of an anaphylactic reaction.Instruct patients to discontinue treatment with glatiramer acetate if they have an anaphylactic reaction.Do not restart the medicine unless there is another clear reason the patient experienced an anaphylactic reaction. |
| Category | Drugs |
| Publishing body | Communications and Public Affairs Branch |
| Class | Class not stated |
| Last updated | 2025-08-21 |
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