Ivacaftor Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Ivacaftor, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Ivacaftor brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Ivacaftor

Brand Names or Trade Names of Ivacaftor

International :

Kalydeco

Why is Ivacaftor Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a CF transmembrane conductance regulator agonist, prescribed for cystic fibrosis (CF) in patients more than 6 years old. It works by improving the function of a protein in the body to decrease the build-up of thick mucus in the lungs and improving other symptoms of cystic fibrosis.

When should Ivacaftor not be taken? (Contraindications)

It should not be co-administered with antibiotics rifampin, seizure medications and St. John’s Wort.

What is the dosage of Ivacaftor?

Adults and pediatric patients age 6 years and older: one 150 mg tablet taken orally every12 hours with fat-containing food.

How should Ivacaftor be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with fat-containing food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ivacaftor?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney problems, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• Avoid drinking grapefruit juice, or eat grapefruit or Seville oranges while taking this medication.

• Always take it with fatty food.

• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.