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OVERDOSE
There is no specific treatment in the event of overdose of JUXTAPID. In the event of overdose, the patient should be treated symptomatically and supportive measures instituted as required. Liver-related tests should be monitored. Hemodialysis is unlikely to be beneficial given that lomitapide is highly protein bound.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
JUXTAPID is contraindicated in the following conditions:
- Pregnancy [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS and Use in Specific Populations].
- Concomitant administration of JUXTAPID with moderate or strong CYP3A4 inhibitors, as this can increase JUXTAPID exposure [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS, DRUG INTERACTIONS, and CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY].
- Patients with moderate or severe hepatic impairment (based on Child-Pugh category B or C) and patients with active liver disease, including unexplained persistent elevations of serum transaminases [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS and Use in Special Populations].
Last reviewed on RxList: 1/7/2013
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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