Crofelemer

Generic name: Crofelemer
Dosage form: oral delayed release tablet (125 mg)
Drug class: Antidiarrheals

Usage of Crofelemer

Crofelemer is used in adults to treat diarrhea that may be caused by taking antiviral medicine to treat HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). Crofelemer is not for use in treating diarrhea that is caused by an infection.

Crofelemer is not a treatment for HIV.

Crofelemer may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Crofelemer side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Crofelemer may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);

wheezing, chest tightness, trouble breathing; or

worsening diarrhea.

Common side effects of crofelemer may include:

abnormal blood tests;

gas; or

cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, cough.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Crofelemer

Tell your doctor if you are sick with diarrhea and vomiting or other symptoms of infection.

It is not known whether crofelemer will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Women with HIV or AIDS should not breastfeed a baby. Even if your baby is born without HIV, the virus may be passed to the baby in your breast milk.

Crofelemer is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

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How to use Crofelemer

Usual Adult Dose for Diarrhea:

125 mg orally twice dailyUse: For symptomatic relief of noninfectious diarrhea in adult patients with HIV/AIDS on antiretroviral therapy:

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Crofelemer

Other drugs may affect crofelemer, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

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