Having 2 younger boys with hemophilia has definitely changed things in our household. We picked a house that had carpet all over for the extra cushioning, and we are always on alert because they're jumping off furniture still. I always say, “Liam taught me how to be a mom. Harrison taught me how to be a hemophilia mom, and Maverick taught me how to fight and advocate for them.”

With my second pregnancy, I ended up having an amniocentesis done and that’s when it was confirmed. My second was going to have severe hemophilia A. I remember having a binder getting sent home that said, “Raising a baby with hemophilia.” And they usually say, like, kids do not come with manuals—he did. Having 2 younger boys with hemophilia, I now have to advocate a lot more. You have to be knowledgeable about their treatment options; you have to know how to get them treated. We were treating Harrison prophylactically. He was having breakthrough bleeds, and we were having to supplement frequently with factor. We tried pretty much every treatment you could think of because I just wanted to give him the best life I could. And it wasn't until we went to a convention where I saw a presentation about ALTUVIIIO. I was just really excited to learn more about ALTUVIIIO and see if it was the right choice for Harrison. My doctor and I discussed the risks and benefits of ALTUVIIIO, and that’s when we just decided that it would be a great fit for Harrison. What we liked best about ALTUVIIIO was the longer half-life and the proven bleed protection with fewer infusions. Our doctor and I discussed the most common side effects, which are headache, joint pain, and fever.

We love the results with ALTUVIIIO. I love knowing that his body is a lot higher in factor for so many more days throughout the week than previously. Harrison has not had any breakthrough bleeding since starting ALTUVIIIO, which is pretty amazing. That has been our experience; however, others may experience differently. I'm being compensated to share our story with you in this video.

I’m able to just sit back a little more and watch Harrison be Harrison.

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INDICATION

ALTUVIIIO [antihemophilic factor (recombinant), Fc-VWF-XTEN fusion protein-ehtl] is an injectable medicine that is used to control and reduce the number of bleeding episodes in people with hemophilia A (congenital Factor VIII deficiency).

Your healthcare provider may give you ALTUVIIIO when you have surgery.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

What is the most important information I need to know about ALTUVIIIO?
Do not attempt to give yourself an injection unless you have been taught how by your healthcare provider or hemophilia center. You must carefully follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding the dose and schedule for injecting ALTUVIIIO so that your treatment will work best for you.

Who should not use ALTUVIIIO?
You should not use ALTUVIIIO if you have had an allergic reaction to it in the past.

What should I tell my healthcare provider before using ALTUVIIIO?
Tell your healthcare provider if you have had any medical problems, take any medications, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, supplements, or herbal medicines, are breastfeeding, or are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

What are the possible side effects of ALTUVIIIO?
You can have an allergic reaction to ALTUVIIIO. Call your healthcare provider or emergency department right away if you have any of the following symptoms: difficulty breathing, chest tightness, swelling of the face, rash, or hives.

Your body can also make antibodies called “inhibitors” against ALTUVIIIO. This can stop ALTUVIIIO from working properly. Your healthcare provider may give you blood tests to check for inhibitors.

The common side effects of ALTUVIIIO are headache and joint pain.

These are not the only possible side effects of ALTUVIIIO. Tell your healthcare provider about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

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