Afinitor (Everolimus Tablets) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 23, 2012

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Afinitor Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking everolimus (Afinitor)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to everolimus or sirolimus (Rapamune).

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication:

a breathing disorder, such as asthma or COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease);
liver disease;
diabetes; or
high cholesterol or triglycerides.

FDA pregnancy category D. Do not use everolimus without telling your doctor if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether everolimus passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take everolimus (Afinitor)?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Everolimus should be taken at the same time each day.

Take this medication with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush or chew.

You may take everolimus with or without food.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your blood may need to be tested on a regular basis. Your kidney function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any follow-up visits to your doctor.

Store everolimus at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.

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