Kiendra 0.25 And 2 Mg 0.25 and 2 mg FC tablets
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (SPMS) with progressive disability.
Dosage (summary)
Start with 0.25 mg daily, titrate to 2 mg daily by day 6.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Elderly patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy; avoid breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- CYP2C9 inhibitors
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Anti-dysrhythmic medicines
Contraindications
- CYP2C9*3*3 genotype
- Active infections
- Macular oedema
Common side effects
- Headache
- Hypertension
- Dizziness
- Bradycardia
- Lymphopenia
Counselling Points
- Monitor for infections
- Avoid live vaccines
- Report visual disturbances
Serious warnings
- Risk of infections
- Macular oedema
- Bradycardia
- Liver function abnormalities
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