Getting started on MIMRYLO™ (rusfertide)
What to expect when starting MIMRYLO
Starting MIMRYLO
- MIMRYLO is self-administered as an injection just under the skin (subcutaneous injection)
- Patients start treatment with a 19 mg dose taken once a week
- Please review the Instructions for Use before you prepare and self-administer MIMRYLO, and each time you get a refill as there may be new information
Adjusting your MIMRYLO dose
Your healthcare provider will determine the dose that best meets your treatment needs. Dose adjustments may be made based on:
- your hematocrit (HCT) levels
- how you respond to MIMRYLO
- any side effects
Blood tests (eg, complete blood count) will be checked regularly, especially during dose adjustments. Some MIMRYLO doses may require more than one injection on the same day or spaced throughout the week, depending on the amount prescribed.
Maintaining your dose
Once your HCT is under control, you will continue taking your prescribed dose once weekly, or as directed by your healthcare provider.
Administering MIMRYLO
Your healthcare provider will train you on how to administer MIMRYLO.
MIMRYLO can be injected into the:
- Abdomen
- Thigh
- Upper arm (caregiver use only)
What to expect when preparing and injecting MIMRYLO
Confidently administer at-home injections using your Welcome Kit
Welcome Kit
Designed to help you get started on treatment, the MIMRYLO Welcome Kit includes helpful resources and information such as preparation and injection training, printed dosing guidance, Important Safety Information, and contact information for support services.
MIMRYLO Patient Support is Here2Assist® as you get started on treatment
Starting a new treatment can be overwhelming—navigating insurance, administration, and questions. When you start MIMRYLO, you can enroll in MIMRYLO Patient Support, which offers personalized support to help you every step of the way. We also have additional services like nursing support and Welcome Kits to help support you.
Do you have questions on how to use MIMRYLO? Do you need help with your injections? Over the course of your injection education training session, your Nurse Navigators can help you learn more about the self-administration process.