This product has 2 different tablets. One tablet
contains 3 medications (it is a "multi-drug"): elexacaftor, tezacaftor, and
ivacaftor. The other tablet contains only ivacaftor.
This product is used to treat cystic fibrosis in certain
people (those with an abnormal "CFTR" gene). It may help to improve
breathing, reduce the risk of lung infections, and improve weight
gain.
Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist
before you start using this medication and each time you get a refill. If
you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Take these medications by mouth as directed by your
doctor, usually 2 multi-drug tablets in the morning, and 1 ivacaftor tablet
about 12 hours later in the evening. Take the tablets with food that
contains fat. Some examples are eggs, meat, nuts, butter, peanut butter,
whole-milk dairy products (such as whole milk, cheese,
yogurt).
The manufacturer directs to swallow this medication
whole. However, many similar drugs (immediate-release tablets) can be
split/crushed. Follow your doctor's directions on how to take this
medication.
The dosage is based on your medical condition, age,
weight, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Be
sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use
(including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal
products).
Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice
while using this medication unless your doctor or pharmacist says you may
do so safely. Grapefruit can increase the chance of side effects with this
medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
Use this product regularly to get the most benefit from
it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each
day.
Tell your doctor if you do not get better or if you get
worse.
See also Warning section.
Headache, diarrhea, or dizziness may occur. If any of
these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist
promptly.
Remember that this product has been prescribed because
your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of
side effects. Many people using this product do not have serious side
effects.
Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side
effects, including:
This product can commonly cause a rash (especially in
females) that is usually not serious. However, you may not be able to tell
it apart from a rare rash that could be a sign of a severe reaction. Get
medical help right away if you develop any rash.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction, including:
- rash
- itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If
you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or
pharmacist.
In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at
www.fda.gov/medwatch.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about
side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at
1-866-234-2345.
Before taking this product, tell your doctor or
pharmacist if you are allergic to elexacaftor, tezacaftor, or ivacaftor; or
if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive
ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to
your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this product, tell your doctor or
pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- liver disease
- kidney disease
This product may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana
(cannabis) can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do
anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic
beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana
(cannabis).
Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about
all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription
drugs, and herbal products).
During pregnancy, this product should be used only when
clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your
doctor.
This product passes into breast milk. Consult your
doctor before breastfeeding.
See also How to Use section.
Drug interactions may change how your medications work
or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not
contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you
use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and
share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the
dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Other medications can affect the removal of elexacaftor,
tezacaftor, and ivacaftor from your body, which may affect how this product
works. Examples include mifepristone, rifamycins (such as rifampin,
rifabutin), drugs for seizures (such as carbamazepine, phenytoin), St.
John's wort, among others.
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such
as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison
control center right away. US residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada
residents can call 1-844-764-7669.
Do not share this product with others.
Lab and/or medical tests (such as CFTR gene testing,
liver/lung function, eye exams) should be done before you start taking this
product and while you are taking it. Keep all medical and lab
appointments.
If you miss a morning or evening dose and it has been
less than 6 hours, take it as soon as you remember. Do not take a morning
and evening dose at the same time. Do not double the dose to catch
up.
If you miss the morning dose and it has been more than 6
hours, take it as soon as you remember and do not take the evening dose.
Take your next day's doses at the regular times.
If you miss the evening dose and it has been more than 6
hours, skip the missed evening dose. Take your next day's doses at the
regular times.
Store at room temperature away from light and moisture.
Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and
pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them
into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when
it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste
disposal company.