Xermelo
Xermelo
Treats carcinoid syndrome diarrhea.
Antidiarrheal
Tablet
By mouth
Xermelo is a prescription medicine used as a treatment for persons with carcinoid syndrome diarrhea. It comes in tablet form and works by blocking the production of serotonin in the body. Carcinoid syndrome causes overproduction of serotonin which leads to symptoms of diarrhea or frequent bowel movements.
Tablet
Box 84 Tablets
Xermelo
84 tablets box
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.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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.
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you have an allergic reaction to telotristat ethyl.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
This medicine may cause severe constipation.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease or stomach problems.
If you are using this medicine with short-acting octreotide, use it at least 30 minutes after taking telotristat ethyl.
Some medicines can affect how telotristat ethyl works. Tell your doctor if you are using bupropion, efavirenz, or midazolam.
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Severe constipation, severe or worsening stomach pain
Mood or mental changes
Less Serious Side Effects
Fever, headache
Loss of appetite, nausea, passing gas
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