What is Inlyta? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Inlyta

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. Take each dose at least 12 hours apart.

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose or vomit after you take the medicine, do not take an additional dose. Take your next dose at the regular time.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose or vomit after you take the medicine, do not take an additional dose. Take your next dose at the regular time.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you. Take each dose at least 12 hours apart.

What to do if you miss a dose of Inlyta

Inlyta contraindications - Who shouldn't take Inlyta?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to axitinib, or if you are pregnant.

Inlyta warnings

• Oral routeThis medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. If you are a woman who can bear children, your doctor may give you a pregnancy test before you start using this medicine to make sure you are not pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 1 week after the last dose. Male patients with female partners should use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 1 week after the last dose.

• Do not breastfeed during treatment and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose.

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, high blood cholesterol, high blood pressure, thyroid problems, stomach or bowel bleeding, or a history of heart attack, heart failure, stroke, or blood clotting problems. Tell your doctor if you had a recent surgery.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:High blood pressureBleeding problems or blood clotsHeart problems (including left ventricular ejection fraction, heart failure)Stomach or bowel problems (including perforation, fistula)Thyroid problemsReversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS)Liver problems

• Oral routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

• Oral routeCancer medicine can cause nausea or vomiting, sometimes even after you receive medicine to prevent these effects. Ask your doctor or nurse about other ways to control any nausea or vomiting that might happen.

• This medicine may cause a delay in wound healing. Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine.

• Oral routeThis medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Unusual bleeding, bruising, tiredness, or weakness

Inlyta interactions & what to avoid when taking Inlyta

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• Some foods and medicines can affect how axitinib works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Bosentan, dexamethasone, modafinil, nafcillin, nefazodone, St John's wortMedicine to treat an infection (including clarithromycin, itraconazole, ketoconazole, rifabutin, rifampin, rifapentine, telithromycin, voriconazole)Medicine to treat HIV/AIDS (including atazanavir, efavirenz, etravirine, indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir)Medicine to treat seizures (including carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin)

• Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are using this medicine.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:High blood pressureBleeding problems or blood clotsHeart failureTears or holes in your stomach or bowelThyroid changesReversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS)

• Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.

• Oral routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

• Oral routeCancer medicine can cause nausea or vomiting, sometimes even after you receive medicine to prevent these effects. Ask your doctor or nurse about other ways to control any nausea or vomiting that might happen.