Crofelemer
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Rabin Bista, M.B.B.S. [2]
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Overview
Crofelemer is a anti-diarrheal that is FDA approved for the treatment of non-infectious diarrhea in adult patients with HIV/AIDS. Common adverse reactions include upper respiratory tract infection, bronchitis, cough, flatulence and increased bilirubin.
Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
Indications
FULYZAQ is indicated for symptomatic relief of non-infectious diarrhea in patients with HIV/AIDS on anti-retroviral therapy.
Dosage
The recommended dose of FULYZAQ is one 125 mg delayed-release tablet taken orally two times a day, with or without food. FULYZAQ tablets should not be crushed or chewed. Tablets should be swallowed whole.
3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS FULYZAQ is a white, oval, enteric-coated 125 mg delayed-release tablet printed on one side with 125SLXP.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Crofelemer in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Crofelemer in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
The safety and effectiveness of FULYZAQ have not been established in pediatric patients less than 18 years of age.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Crofelemer in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Crofelemer in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
- Condition1
Warnings
- Description
Precautions
- Description
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Clinical Trial Experience of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Body as a Whole
Cardiovascular
Digestive
Endocrine
Hematologic and Lymphatic
Metabolic and Nutritional
Musculoskeletal
Neurologic
Respiratory
Skin and Hypersensitivy Reactions
Special Senses
Urogenital
Miscellaneous
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Postmarketing Experience of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Body as a Whole
Cardiovascular
Digestive
Endocrine
Hematologic and Lymphatic
Metabolic and Nutritional
Musculoskeletal
Neurologic
Respiratory
Skin and Hypersensitivy Reactions
Special Senses
Urogenital
Miscellaneous
Drug Interactions
- Drug
- Description
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
- Pregnancy Category
- Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) Pregnancy Category
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Crofelemer in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Crofelemer during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer with respect to nursing mothers.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer with respect to pediatric patients.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer with respect to geriatric patients.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Crofelemer in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Crofelemer in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
- Oral
- Intravenous
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Monitoring of Crofelemer in the drug label.
- Description
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding IV Compatibility of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Overdosage
Acute Overdose
Signs and Symptoms
- Description
Management
- Description
Chronic Overdose
There is limited information regarding Chronic Overdose of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Crofelemer Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
Structure
Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Pharmacodynamics of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Pharmacokinetics of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Nonclinical Toxicology of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Clinical Studies of Crofelemer in the drug label.
How Supplied
Storage
There is limited information regarding Crofelemer Storage in the drug label.
Images
Drug Images
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Patient Counseling Information of Crofelemer in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
- Alcohol-Crofelemer interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
- ®[1]
Look-Alike Drug Names
- A® — B®[2]
Drug Shortage Status
Price
References
The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.
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