The 14.2-hour half-life of AFSTYLA allows the flexibility to dose 2 or 3 times a week, depending on your needs.
Half-life measures how long it takes for the activity level of your infused factor to drop by 50%. A longer half-life means that the drug is active in your body for a longer time.
"One less infusion means a world of difference to a parent."*
–Hector, Father of Jonathan
*Speaker's personal experience. Individual results may vary.
The recommended dosing range for routine prophylaxis is:
In clinical trials, the median dose was:
FDA approved for dosing 2 times a week and 3 times a week
Low doses may mean less volume per dose and less time for each infusion.
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Reference: 1. Data on file. Available from CSL Behring as DOF AFS-001.