What is Oxbryta? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Oxbryta

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Your doctor may want you to take hydroxyurea while taking this medicine.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

• Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Your doctor may want you to take hydroxyurea while taking this medicine.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose of this medicine, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

What to do if you miss a dose of Oxbryta

Oxbryta contraindications - Who shouldn't take Oxbryta?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to voxelotor.

Oxbryta warnings

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have liver disease. Tell your doctor if you are receiving blood transfusions.

• Do not breastfeed during treatment and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose.

• Do not stop using this medicine suddenly. Your doctor will need to slowly decrease your dose before you stop it completely.

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Oxbryta interactions & what to avoid when taking Oxbryta

• Some medicines can affect how voxelotor works. Tell your doctor if you are using efavirenz, fluconazole, ketoconazole, midazolam, or rifampin.