Cerdelga (Eliglustat)
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Product Details
Description
Cerdelga (eliglustat) is a medication prescribed to treat adults long-term with Gaucher disease type 1.
Cerdelga comes in 84 mg capsules for oral administration.
Fact Table
Formula
C23H36N2O4
License
US FDA, EMA
Bioavailability
6.5% (oral)
Legal status
Prescription only
Chemical Name
N-[(1R,2R)-2-(2,3-Dihydro-1,4-benzodioxin-6-yl)-2-hydroxy-1-((2S,3R,4S,5R)-3,4,5-trihydroxyoxan-2-yl)ethyl]octanamide
Elimination half-life
6 to 8 hours (CYP2D6 extensive metabolizers)
Dosage (Strength)
84 mg capsules
Pregnancy
Consult a doctor
Brands
Cerdelga
Protein binding
76% to 83%
PubChem CID
23727837
MedlinePlus
a614024
ChEBI
CHEBI:85173
ATC code
A16AX10
DrugBank
DB11579
KEGG
D10089
Routes of administration
Oral
Directions
Take Cerdelga exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Your doctor will decide on appropriate Cerdelga dosing for you based on your CYP2D6 genotype as determined by an FDA-cleared test.
You should not consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking Cerdelga. Swallow the capsules whole; they should not be crushed, dissolved, or opened.
Keep Cerdelga stored between 20°C and 25°C (68°F and 77°F) and out of children’s reach.
For further instructions for use, you may refer to the medication guide that comes with your Cerdelga prescription.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any questions or concerns you have.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Cerdelga is eliglustat.
Inactive ingredients include candurin silver fine, FD&C blue 2, gelatin, glyceryl behenate, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, and yellow iron oxide.
Contraindications
Contraindications depend on your CYP2D6 genotype:
Extensive metabolizers (EMs)
- Taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor
- Moderate or severe liver impairment
- Mild liver impairment taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor
Immediate metabolizers (IMs)
- Taking a strong or moderate CYP2D6 inhibitor with a strong or moderate CYP3A inhibitor
- Taking a strong CYP3A inhibitor
- Any degree of liver impairment
Poor metabolizers (PMs)
- Taking a strong CYP3A inhibitor
- Any degree of liver impairment
Cautions
- Before you start taking Cerdelga, inform your doctor of:
- All the prescription and over-the-counter medications you take
- Your allergies
- Your current health problems and past medical history
- Your pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- Cerdelga is not recommended in patients who have pre-existing heart disease, long QT syndrome, and are receiving Class IA or Class III antiarrhythmics.
Side Effects
Fatigue, headache, nausea, diarrhea, back pain, pain in the arms and legs, and upper abdominal pain are some Cerdelga side effects; however, other side effects may also occur.
Inform your doctor right away if you have side effects that bother you or won't go away.
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Reference
Cerdelga. Cambridge, MA: Genzyme Corporation, A Sanofi Company; 2024.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 14892
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