Amitiza
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
The recommended dosage for AMITIZA is 24 mcg taken twice daily orally with food. Physicians and patients should periodically assess the need for continued therapy.
HOW SUPPLIED
Dosage forms and Strength
AMITIZA is available as an oval, orange, soft gelatin capsule with “SPI” printed on one side. Each capsule contains 24 mcg of lubiprostone.
AMITIZA is available as an oval, orange, soft gelatin capsule with “SPI” printed on one side. Each capsule contains 24 mcg of lubiprostone. AMITIZA is available as follows:
- Bottles of 100 (NDC 64764-240-10)
Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15°–30°C (59°–86°F).
PROTECT FROM EXTREME TEMPERATURES.
Marketed by: Sucampo Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Bethesda, MD 20814 and Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc., Deerfield, IL 60015. AMITIZA is a registered trademark of Sucampo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. FDA Rev date: 5/16/2007
Generic Name: Lubiprostone
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