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Ivacaftor is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ivacaftor is used -
Mild
Is the use of Ivacaftor safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Ivacaftor.
Is the use of Ivacaftor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ivacaftor. Immediately discontinue Ivacaftor if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Ivacaftor on the Kidneys?
Ivacaftor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ivacaftor on the Liver?
Ivacaftor may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ivacaftor on the Heart?
Ivacaftor is not harmful for the heart.
Ivacaftor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ivacaftor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ivacaftor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ivacaftor is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ivacaftor, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ivacaftor can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ivacaftor only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ivacaftor in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ivacaftor
There is no information on the effects of taking Ivacaftor with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ivacaftor
Information about the interaction of Ivacaftor and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Kalydeco® (ivacaftor)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 721-723