What are the benefits of the R2 Kit? The R2 Kit offers:
A needle-less reconstitution device
A prefilled diluent syringe
Simpler preparation* with a distinct vial adapter
The benefits are fewer components,* for a kit that's easy to take with you when you're on the go, and, even more importantly, fewer steps for rapid reconstitution.
*Compared with previous ReFacto reconstitution process.
To view a demonstration video and see how the ReFacto R2 Kit works, click the play button on the screen below.
Indication ReFacto is indicated for the control and prevention of hemorrhagic episodes and for surgical prophylaxis and for short-term routine prophylaxis to reduce the frequency of spontaneous bleeding episodes in patients with hemophilia A. The effect of regular routine prophylaxis on long-term morbidity and mortality is unknown.
Important Safety Information
As with the intravenous administration of any protein product, adverse reactions may include headache, fever, chills, flushing, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, or symptoms of allergic reactions.
The remote possibility exists for hypersensitivity to non-human mammalian proteins. Known hypersensitivity to mouse or hamster proteins may be a contraindication to the use of ReFacto.
Allergic reactions such as hives, itching, difficulty breathing, rapid heart rate, light-headedness and anaphylaxis have been reported for all factor VIII products. Patients should discontinue use of the product and contact their health care provider immediately and/or seek emergency care if any of these symptoms occur.
The health information contained herein is provided for educational purposes only and is not meant to replace personal discussions between health care providers and patients. All decisions about patient care must be made with a health care provider who can assess the special needs of each individual patient.