Epidemiologic data on the incidence of different types of pyelonephritis are limited. It is known that the incidence of acute pyelonephritis is highest in otherwise healthy women between 15 and 29 years of age, followed by infants and older persons.
DiastatÂ® comes in easy-to-use, prepackaged, pre -measured doses. It requires no refrigeration or special handling and has a 4-year shelf life. DiastatÂ® comes in 10 mg or 20 mg syringes for use in adults with a range of dosing from 5 mg to 20 mg. The pharmacist will dial in the correct dose on the pre-filled syringe and lock it into place. A green âREADYâ band should be visible when the unit is locked. Side effects There may be side effects to the use of DiastatÂ® which include:
NeulastaÂ® Onproâ¢ kit: Store the kit in the refrigerator at 36ËF to 46ËF (2ËC to 8ËC) until ready for use. Because the On-body Injector is at room temperature. during the period of use, the kit should not be held at room temperature longer than 12 hours prior to use.