DEOXYCHOLIC ACID (KYBELLA) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

DEOXYCHOLIC ACID

What is the Trade Name for DEOXYCHOLIC ACID?

KYBELLA

What are the Indications for DEOXYCHOLIC ACID?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE KYBELLA is a cytolytic drug indicated for improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe convexity or fullness associated with submental fat in adults. ( 1.1 ) Limitation of use The safe and effective use of KYBELLA for the treatment of subcutaneous fat outside the submental region has not been established and is not recommended. ( 1.2 ) 1.1 Fullness Associated with Submental Fat KYBELLA ¬Æ (deoxycholic acid) injection is indicated for improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe convexity or fullness associated with submental fat in adults. 1.2 Limitation of use The safe and effective use of KYBELLA for the treatment of subcutaneous fat outside the submental region has not been established and is not recommended.

 

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