How is Voxelotor dosed?
The dosage of Voxelotor is based on the patient's age, weight, and medical condition. It is available as a tablet and a tablet for suspension. The dosage form and strength may vary, so it is important to follow your doctor's instructions and the prescription information provided. Typically, Voxelotor is taken once daily with or without food. The exact dosage and administration will depend on the patient's specific needs and the condition being treated. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized dosing information.
What is the dosage form of Voxelotor?
Voxelotor is available in the following dosage forms: Tablet, Tablet for Suspension
How is Voxelotor administered?
Voxelotor is administered orally as a tablet or a tablet for suspension. It is used to treat patients with sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder where the red blood cells are abnormally shaped. Voxelotor helps keep the hemoglobin in an oxygenated state, which helps the red blood cells maintain their normal shape and prevents them from sticking together and blocking blood vessel flow.
What are common precautions when taking Voxelotor?
Common precautions when taking Voxelotor include:
- Informing your doctor if you have liver problems or any other medical issues, as the effects may be increased due to slower removal of the medicine from the body.
- Using the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor, not taking more of it or taking it more often than prescribed.
- Swallowing the regular tablet whole and avoiding crushing, breaking, or chewing it.
- Taking the medicine at the same time each day, with or without food.
- Not swallowing the tablet for suspension whole, cutting, crushing, or chewing it. Instead, the tablet should be dissolved in water as directed by your doctor.
Please consult your doctor before taking Voxelotor if you have any concerns or questions.