What is Zydelig: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

How to take Zydelig

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

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

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose, you may still take it up to 6 hours after the time you normally take it. However, if it is more than 6 hours, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• 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.

• This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose, you may still take it up to 6 hours after the time you normally take it. However, if it is more than 6 hours, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

• Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

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

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

What to do if you miss a dose of Zydelig

Zydelig contraindications

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

Zydelig warnings

• 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. You should not become pregnant while you are using this medicine and for at least 1 month after stopping it.

• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease or lung problems.

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver or lung problemsBowel perforationSerious skin reactionsAn increased risk of infection

• This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.

• 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.

• 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.

Zydelig interactions

• This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver or lung problemsBowel perforationSerious skin reactionsAn increased risk of infection

• This medicine can cause diarrhea. Call your doctor if the diarrhea becomes severe, does not stop, or is bloody. Do not take any medicine to stop diarrhea until you have talked to your doctor. Diarrhea can occur 2 months or more after you stop taking this medicine.

• 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.

• Some medicines can affect how idelalisib works. Tell your doctor if you are using carbamazepine, ketoconazole, phenytoin, rifampin, or St John's wort.

• Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease or lung problems.