Dimethyl fumarate STADA
This medicine is used to treat a type of multiple sclerosis (MS) in people aged 13 and older, by helping to protect the brain and spinal cord from immune system damage.
Form
enterokapseli, kova
Strength
120 mg
Active Ingredient
Dimethyl fumarate
Manufacturer
STADA Arzneimittel AG
How to Use
Dosage
Take 240 mg two times each day.
Method
Swallow the whole capsule with water. Do not break, crush, or chew it. Take it with food to reduce stomach upset.
Important
Do not take more than 480 mg in one day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Redness in the face or body, feeling warm, hot, burning, or itchy.
- •Loose bowel movements.
- •Feeling sick to your stomach.
- •Pain or cramps in your stomach.
- •Stomach flu (inflammation of the stomach and intestines).
- •Throwing up.
- •Upset stomach or indigestion.
- •Stomach lining inflammation.
- •General stomach and bowel problems.
- •Feeling of burning.
- •Sudden feelings of warmth or hot flashes.
- •Itchy skin.
- •Skin rash.
- •Pink or red patches on the skin.
- •Losing hair.
- •Low number of white blood cells (lymphopenia, leukopenia).
- •Protein in your urine.
- •High levels of liver enzymes in your blood.
RARE
- •Allergic reactions (hypersensitivity).
- •Low number of platelets in your blood.
- •Liver inflammation and high liver enzyme levels along with high bilirubin (a substance made when red blood cells break down).
- •Shingles with severe symptoms like blisters, burning, itching, or pain, especially on one side of the upper body or face, along with fever, weakness, numbness, or red patches.
- •Watery runny nose.
- •Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or tongue.
- •Wheezing, trouble breathing, or shortness of breath.
- •Dizziness or fainting.
Important Warnings
- Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it or if you have a serious brain infection called PML.
- This medicine can lower your white blood cell count, which increases your risk of infections. It can also affect your kidneys and liver. Your doctor will do blood tests to check these regularly.
- Shingles (a painful rash with blisters) can happen. If you think you have shingles, tell your doctor right away.
- If your MS symptoms get worse or you notice any new symptoms (like weakness or changes in vision), contact your doctor immediately. These could be signs of a rare but very serious brain infection (PML) that can be deadly.
- A rare but serious kidney problem called Fanconi syndrome has been reported. If you pee more often, feel very thirsty, have weak muscles, or break bones easily, tell your doctor.
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- Tell your doctor about all other medicines you take, including those for psoriasis, medicines that affect your immune system, or medicines that affect your kidneys. Also, tell them if you are getting any live vaccines.
- Avoid strong alcoholic drinks for one hour before and after taking this medicine, as it can upset your stomach.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, planning to get pregnant, or think you might be pregnant, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.