Precautions

Before administering alglucerase,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to alglucerase, imiglucerase (Cerezyme), or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, including vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking alglucerase, call your doctor.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking alglucerase.

Administering your medication

Before you administer alglucerase, look at the solution closely. It should be clear and free of floating material. Do not shake the solution. Gently squeeze the bag or observe the solution container to make sure there are no leaks. Do not use the solution if it is discolored, if it contains particles, or if the bag or container leaks. Use a new solution, but show the damaged one to your health care provider.

It is important that you use your medication exactly as directed. Do not stop your therapy on your own for any reason. Do not administer it more often or for longer periods than your doctor tells you. Do not change your dosing schedule without talking to your health care provider. Your health care provider may tell you to stop your infusion if you have a mechanical problem (such as a blockage in the tubing, needle, or catheter); if you have to stop an infusion, call your health care provider immediately so your therapy can continue.