Orgovyx
Warnings
What may interact with ORGOVYX?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Cisapride
-Dronedarone
-Ketoconazole
-Levoketoconazole
-Pimozide
-Thioridazine
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Grapefruit juice
-Other medications that prolong the QT interval
This medication may affect how other medications work, and other medications may affect the way this medication works. Talk with your care team about all of the medications you take. They may suggest changes to your treatment plan to lower the risk of side effects and to make sure your medications work as intended.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take ORGOVYX
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Heart failure
-Irregular heartbeat or rhythm
-Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood
-An unusual or allergic reaction to relugolix, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using ORGOVYX?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Use a condom during sex while taking this medication and for 2 weeks after stopping therapy. Tell your care team right away if you think your partner might be pregnant. This medication can cause serious birth defects.
This medication may cause infertility. Talk to your care team if you are concerned about your fertility.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medication.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Keep this medication in the original container. Protect from moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Do not throw out the packet in the container. It keeps the medication dry. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, empty it out of the container. Mix it with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or another unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.
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