Pulmozyme Overdose

Since high doses of the drug did not cause any serious problems in clinical studies, it's not clear what the effects of a Pulmozyme overdose would be. Other factors could affect this, however, such as if other medications were taken with Pulmozyme. If symptoms should occur, treatment options for a Pulmozyme overdose would likely involve treating the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose.

 

Pulmozyme Overdose: An Introduction

Pulmozyme® (dornase alfa) is a prescription medication used in the treatment of cystic fibrosis. The effects of a Pulmozyme overdose will vary depending on a number of factors, including the Pulmozyme dosage and whether it is taken with other medicines or substances.
 
If you happen to overdose on Pulmozyme, seek immediate medical attention.
 

Symptoms of a Pulmozyme Overdose

It is not known what symptoms to expect from a Pulmozyme overdose. In studies, very high doses of the drug (up to 16 times the normal dose) given for up to six days did not cause any serious problems.
 

Treatment for a Pulmozyme Overdose

Treatment is not always needed for a Pulmozyme overdose, since, as mentioned, high doses of do not appear to cause problems. If problems do occur, however, treatment for an overdose would likely involve supportive care. This type of care consists of treating the symptoms that occur as a result of the overdose. For example, supportive treatment options for a Pulmozyme overdose could include:
 
  • Fluids through an intravenous line (IV)
  • Other treatments based on complications that occur.
     
It is important that you seek prompt medical attention if you believe that you may have overdosed on Pulmozyme.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;