How is Odevixibat Oral Route dosed?
Dosage information is not provided.
What is the dosage form of Odevixibat Oral Route?
Odevixibat oral route is available in capsule and pellet forms.
How is Odevixibat Oral Route administered?
Odevixibat is administered orally, either as a capsule or an oral pellet. The capsule should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. If unable to swallow the capsule whole, it may be opened, sprinkled, and mixed with a small amount of soft food or liquid. The oral pellets can be mixed into soft food or liquid. The capsule shell should not be swallowed whole.
What are common precautions when taking Odevixibat Oral Route?
Common precautions when taking odevixibat oral route include:
- Consulting your doctor for medical advice about potential side effects.
- Reporting any side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
- Informing your healthcare professional of any other prescription or nonprescription medicines you are taking.
- Avoiding the use of alcohol or tobacco while taking this medication.
- Not taking more of the medication, taking it more often, or using it for a longer time than prescribed by your doctor.
- Swallowing the capsule whole with a glass of water, avoiding chewing or crushing it.
- Informing your doctor of any allergies or previous adverse reactions to this medicine or other medicines.
- Discussing with your doctor any other medical problems you may have, especially liver disease or fat-soluble vitamin deficiency. Please note that appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of odevixibat in pediatric patients, including those under 3 months of age with progressive familial intrahepatic cholestasis (PFIC) or under 12 months of age with alagille syndrome (ALGS). Safety and efficacy have not been established in these age groups. Always follow your doctor's instructions and consult with them about any concerns or questions you may have regarding the use of odevixibat.