Fingolimod Ailon
Fingolimod Ailon does not cure MS, but it helps reduce flare-ups and slows down the worsening of physical problems caused by MS.
Form
kapseli, kova
Strength
0.5 mg
Active Ingredient
Fingolimod hydrochloride
Manufacturer
Ailon Pharma Oy
How to Use
Dosage
The recommended dose is one hard capsule per day.
Method
Take Fingolimod Ailon once daily with a glass of water. Swallow the hard capsule whole without opening it. You can take it with or without food.
Important
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Flu-like infection (tiredness, chills, sore throat, joint or muscle pain, fever)
- •Sinus infection (pressure or pain in cheeks and forehead)
- •Headache
- •Diarrhea
- •Back pain
- •Increased liver enzymes (shown in blood tests)
- •Cough
- •Slow heart rate (bradycardia), irregular heart rhythm
- •Herpes infection (shingles) with skin rashes, stinging, itching, or pain
- •Basal cell skin cancer (pearl-like bumps or other forms)
- •Weight loss
- •Depression
- •Ringworm (fungal skin infection)
- •Dizziness
- •Severe headache with nausea, vomiting, and light sensitivity (migraine)
- •Low white blood cell count (lymphocytes, leukocytes)
- •Weakness
- •Itchy, red, burning rash (eczema)
- •Itching
- •Increased blood fat levels (triglycerides)
- •Hair loss
- •Shortness of breath
- •Blurred vision
- •High blood pressure
- •Muscle pain
- •Joint pain
RARE
- •Pneumonia (fever, cough, difficulty breathing)
- •Macular edema (swelling in the eye's central vision, causing shadows, blind spots, blurred vision, difficulty seeing colors)
- •Low platelet count (increased risk of bleeding or bruising)
- •Melanoma (a type of skin cancer, often starting from unusual moles)
- •Seizures (convulsions)
- •Low neutrophil count (a type of white blood cell)
- •Low mood
- •Nausea
- •Posterior reversible encephalopathy syndrome (PRES) with severe headache, confusion, seizures, or vision problems
- •Lymphoma (a type of cancer affecting the immune system)
- •Squamous cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer, appearing as a red lump or a sore)
Important Warnings
- Do not take this medicine if you have a weakened immune system, a serious active infection (like hepatitis or tuberculosis), or active cancer.
- Do not take this medicine if you have severe liver problems or certain heart problems, including irregular heartbeats or if you have had a heart attack or stroke in the past 6 months.
- Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant or could become pregnant and are not using effective birth control.
- This medicine can slow your heart rate, especially after the first dose, so you will be monitored by a doctor.
- You may be more prone to infections while taking this medicine and for up to two months after stopping it. Seek medical help if you develop symptoms of infection.
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- There is a risk of skin cancer, so protect your skin from the sun and check for new or changing moles. Tell your doctor about any skin changes.
- This medicine can cause swelling in the eye (macular edema) which may lead to blurred vision; eye exams will be needed.
- It can affect your liver function. Report any symptoms like yellow skin/eyes, dark urine, or stomach pain to your doctor immediately.