Phinmo 0,5 0,5 mg Capsules
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 13 June 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Disease modifying therapy for relapsing multiple sclerosis.
Dosage (summary)
1 capsule (0.5 mg) orally once daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1 hour, Duration: 1 month for heart rate normalization.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
- Elderly patients
- Diabetic patients
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding; teratogenic effects observed.
Key Drug Interactions
- Anti-dysrhythmic medicines
- CYP450 inducers
- Beta blockers
- Calcium channel blockers
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to fingolimod
- Recent myocardial infarction
- Severe cardiac dysrhythmias
- Pregnancy and lactation
Common side effects
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Bradycardia
- Macular oedema
Counselling Points
- Monitor for signs of bradycardia after first dose.
- Use effective contraception during treatment.
- Report any signs of infection immediately.
- Regular liver function tests recommended.
Serious warnings
- Risk of bradydysrhythmia
- Increased risk of infections
- Potential for PML
- Liver enzyme elevations
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