Let's take a minute to talk about your medication.

This is Hemlibra. It helps your blood clot. It can prevent or reduce bleeding episodes in people who have Hemophilia A. Hemlibra is useful for people with or without Factor VIII inhibitors.

Hemlibra is given as an injection under the skin. You should use it exactly how your doctor tells you to. Before giving a dose at home, your doctor will teach you how to prepare, measure, and inject the dose. You should read the full Instructions for Use. Also, it's a good idea to give your first dose in front of your doctor, so you feel confident. 

Most patients tolerate Hemlibra well. Common side effects include a headache and pain in your joints. Also, the injection site may itch and it may be red, tender or warm. These effects are normal if they are mild and should go away. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop Hemlibra, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

As with any medicine, more serious side effects can occur. Hemlibra can cause unsafe blood clots. If you use a bypass agent or Factor VIII, you must follow specific instructions about when they are safe or are not safe -- to use with Hemlibra. You should follow your doctor's orders for bypass agents and Factor VIII very carefully. To help keep this medicine safe for you, you should also read the Medication Guide.

Hemlibra can cause certain lab tests to have false results. You should talk to your doctors before you have blood tests or procedures.

You should store Hemlibra vials in the refrigerator. Once you use a vial, you must throw it away, even if there is medicine left. 

For best results with Hemlibra, ask about helpful support services that are available.