Before using isatuximab, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: current/recent infection.
Isatuximab can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu). Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.
Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines (such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose).
To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised, or injured, use caution with sharp objects like razors and nail cutters, and avoid activities such as contact sports.
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You should not become pregnant while using isatuximab. Isatuximab may harm an unborn baby. Ask about reliable forms of birth control while using this medication and for 5 months after stopping treatment. If you become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of this medication.
When isatuximab is used in combination with pomalidomide, it must not be used during pregnancy. The combination may cause harm (possibly death) to an unborn baby. Talk to your doctor for more details. Females using these medications must use two reliable forms of birth control. Males using these medications must always use a condom during sexual activity. If you or your partner become pregnant, or if you think you or your partner may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away.
It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant (especially when using with pomalidomide), breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.