Xyntha
Generic Name: antihemophilic factor (recombinant) (ant ee hee moe FIL ik FAK tor (ree KOM bin ant))
Brand Names: Advate rAHF-PFM, Helixate FS, Kogenate FS, Kogenate FS with Bioset, Recombinate, Refacto, Xyntha
What is Xyntha?
Xyntha contains antihemophilic factor, a naturally occurring protein in the blood that helps blood to clot. A lack of antihemophilic factor VIII is the cause of hemophilia A.
Xyntha works by temporarily raising levels of factor VIII in the blood to aid in clotting. It is used to treat or prevent bleeding episodes in adults and children with hemophilia A. Xyntha is also used to control bleeding related to surgery or dentistry in a person with hemophilia.
