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Alpha-1 Kits and Brochures
ARALAST Patient Education Kit
The new ARALAST Patient Education Kit is designed to help people living with AAT deficiency*. Baxter is pleased to provide this packet of useful information about the diagnosis, treatment, and management of this condition as another service to the Alpha-1 community.
*Also known as Alpha-1, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, AATD, A1-PI deficiency, alpha-1 proteinase deficiency, A1AD, or hereditary or genetic emphysema.
In the kit, you will find a wealth of print materials to help you with all aspects of living with Alpha-1, including these booklets:
- Getting Started with Augmentation Therapy
- About Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency
- Reimbursement Q & A
- The ARA-ASSIST Program
Plus, the kit includes a Health Diary and a CD of relaxation music.
You may order a Patient Education Kit online or by phone at 1-866-ARALAST (272-5278).
Alpha-1 Antitrypsin (AAT) Deficiency: What it means and what you can do
This booklet is aimed at patients and families curious to learn more about Alpha-1. This guide has information for everyone, including those considering testing, those recently diagnosed, and those just looking for more information on Alpha-1.
The brochure covers the following topics:
- What is AAT deficiency?
- The screening and testing process
- What treatment might your doctor recommend?
- AAT augmentation with ARALAST [Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)]
- Who you can contact for additional help
- Taking charge
- A helpful glossary of terms
You may order the Patient Brochure online or by phone at 1-866-ARALAST (272-5278).
You may also download a copy of the brochure.
ARALAST [Alpha1-Proteinase Inhibitor (Human)] is indicated for chronic augmentation therapy in patients having congenital deficiency of A1-PI with clinically evident emphysema. ARALAST is not indicated as therapy for lung disease patients in whom congenital A1-PI deficiency has not been established.
Please review the Important Safety Information and the Full Prescribing Information
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