Fingolimod Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Fingolimod-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Fingolimod brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Fingolimod

Pronunciation : Fin-GOL-i-mod

ICD Code : Y43.4 Therapeutic Classification : Immunosuppressants

Brand Names or Trade Names of Fingolimod

International :

Gilenya

Why is Fingolimod Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an immunosuppressive agent, prescribed for multiple sclerosis (MS). It decreases white blood cells count.

When should Fingolimod not be taken? (Contraindications)

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Contraindicated in patients with heart attack, unstable angina, stroke, transient ischemic attack (TIA) ("mini-stroke"), irregular heartbeat, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Fingolimod?

PO- The recommended dose is 0.5 mg orally once daily.

How should Fingolimod be taken?

It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Fingolimod?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, fainting, eye defects, lung or breathing problems, liver or kidney disease, sugar, heart disease, high blood pressure, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid contact with people who have infections.

• Avoid live vaccination while taking this medication.

• Monitor electrocardiogram (ECG), complete blood cell counts, blood pressure, lung function, liver function, and eye exams regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Fingolimod?

Heart - Slow heart rate and high blood pressure.
Central Nervous system - Headache, dizziness, tingling, weakness and depression.
Gastrointestinal - Diarrhea.
Musculoskeletal - Back pain.
Skin - Hair loss, itching and inflammation.
Metabolic - Increased liver enzyme, decreased weight and increased level of blood cholesterol.
Respiratory - Cough and difficulty in breathing.
Eye - Blurred vision and eye pain.
Blood - Decrease in white blood cells.