Getting started with CRYSVITA

What to expect at your treatment appointment:

Starting a new medication may take some time to get used to. Remember: your healthcare team is there for support. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask them.

During CRYSVITA treatment, blood and urine samples may be taken to measure phosphate levels. This is done to reduce the risk of hyperphosphatemia (too much phosphate in the blood). 

Your healthcare professional may also check the calcium and parathyroid hormone levels in your blood before and during treatment. This is done to reduce the risk of hypercalcemia (too much calcium in the blood) and hyperparathyroidism (too much parathyroid hormone in the blood).

These tests allow your healthcare professional to know if you or your child are getting the right dose of CRYSVITA and adjust it, if needed.

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Questions your healthcare professional may ask you:

If you are an adult taking CRYSVITA:

  • Are you currently taking any medications?
  • Is there a chance you could be pregnant?
  • Are you planning to become pregnant?
  • Are you currently breastfeeding, or do you plan to breastfeed?
  • Do you have any kidney problems?
  • Do you have any parathyroid problems?

If your child is taking CRYSVITA:

  • Is your child currently taking any medications?
  • Does your child have any allergies?
  • Does your child have any kidney problems?
  • Does your child have any
    parathyroid problems?

Your answers to these questions will help inform your/your child’s CRYSVITA treatment plan.

HCP

Only a healthcare professional should administer CRYSVITA.

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If you miss an appointment, talk to your healthcare professional right away. The missed dose should be given as soon as possible.

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After the injection, you or your child may be monitored for a short period of time.

After your appointment

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If you have questions or concerns, reach out to your healthcare professional. Be sure to keep your appointments for scheduled CRYSVITA injections. Writing them down in a calendar or scheduling them in your phone may help you remember.