What is Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose)? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose)

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• It is important that you take both medicines at the same time each day, preferably in the morning. Follow your doctor's instructions on when to take these medicines.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose or vomit after you take this medicine, do not take another dose the same day. Wait and take your next dose when you normally would.

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

• Your doctor may also give you luteinizing hormone-releasing hormone medicine together with this medicine.

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

• Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

What to do if you miss a dose of Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose)

Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose) contraindications - Who shouldn't take Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose)?

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

Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose) warnings

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

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Interstitial lung disease or pneumonitis (can be life-threatening)QT prolongation (heart rhythm problem)Liver problemsChanges in the number of blood cells, which can increase your risk for infection or bleeding

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

• Oral routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become 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. Women should use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 3 weeks after the last dose.

• Do not breastfeed while you are using this medicine and for 3 weeks after your last dose.

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, congestive heart failure, heart disease, heart rhythm problem, a recent heart attack, lung problems, or any type of infection.

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

Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose) interactions & what to avoid when taking Kisqali Femara (600 MG Dose)

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

• Some medicines can affect how ribociclib/letrozole works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Alfentanil, bepridil, boceprevir, carbamazepine, chloroquine, clarithromycin, conivaptan, cyclosporine, dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, everolimus, fentanyl, halofantrine, haloperidol, indinavir, itraconazole, ketoconazole, lopinavir/ritonavir, methadone, midazolam, moxifloxacin, nefazodone, nelfinavir, ondansetron, phenytoin, pimozide, posaconazole, quinidine, rifampin, ritonavir, saquinavir, sirolimus, St John's wort, tacrolimus, or voriconazoleMedicine to treat heart rhythm problem (including amiodarone, disopyramide, procainamide, quinidine, sotalol)