How is Ganaxolone oral route dosed?
The exact dosing instructions for ganaxolone oral route are not provided. Please consult with a healthcare professional or refer to the prescription information for the specific dosages.
What is the dosage form of Ganaxolone oral route?
Ganaxolone oral route is available in oral suspension form. The dosages for adults and children 2 years of age and older weighing more than 28 kilograms (kg) and those weighing 28 kg or less vary depending on the duration of treatment (days 1 to 21) and the patient's body weight. The dosages are given in milligrams (mg) and milliliters (mL). Children younger than 2 years of age should consult their doctor for the appropriate dosage.
What medications are contraindication with Ganaxolone oral route?
Ganaxolone oral route may interact with other medications that cause drowsiness or reduce alertness. These include antihistamines, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping medicine, prescription pain medicine or narcotics, medicine for seizures, barbiturates, muscle relaxants, and anesthetics, including some dental anesthetics. It is important to check with your doctor or dentist before taking any of these medicines with ganaxolone.
How is Ganaxolone oral route administered?
Ganaxolone oral route should be taken with food. Before each use, the suspension should be shaken well for at least 1 minute. The bottle should stand for 1 minute before measuring and taking each dose. The oral liquid medicine should be measured with the provided oral dosing syringe.
What are common precautions when taking Ganaxolone oral route?
When taking ganaxolone oral route, it is important to take the following precautions:
- Inform your doctor about any allergies or unusual reactions to the medicine or other medicines, foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.
- Avoid driving or performing any potentially dangerous tasks until you know how the medicine affects you, as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness.
- Be cautious when combining ganaxolone with other CNS depressants (medicines that cause drowsiness or reduce alertness), such as antihistamines, sedatives, tranquilizers, or sleeping medicines, as this may increase drowsiness and dizziness.
- Notify your doctor about any unusual or strange thoughts and behaviors you or your child experience while taking ganaxolone, as it may cause confusion, worsening of depression, hallucinations, suicidal thoughts, or unusual excitement.
- Consult your doctor before taking any prescription or nonprescription medicines, herbal or vitamin supplements, as interactions may occur. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and seek medical advice if you have any concerns or experience any side effects.