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Mayzent (Siponimod)
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Product Details
Description
Mayzent (siponimod) is a prescription medication for adults with relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis.
Mayzent is available as an oral tablet in 0.25 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg strengths.
Fact Table
Formula
C29H35F3N2O3
License
US FDA, EMA
Bioavailability
84%
Legal status
Prescription only
Chemical Name
Siponimod
Elimination half-life
30 hours
Dosage (Strength)
0.25 mg, 2 mg tablets
Pregnancy
Consult a doctor
Brands
Mayzent
Protein binding
99.9%
PubChem CID
23724360
MedlinePlus
a618044
ChEBI
63640
ATC code
L04AA42
DrugBank
DB11693
KEGG
D10547
Routes of administration
Oral
Directions
Take Mayzent exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Carefully read the medication guide that comes with your prescription.
Mayzent dosing:
Your doctor will determine an appropriate starting dose for you and will adjust dosing to the recommended maintenance dosage. Do not crush, split, or chew the tablets.
Mayzent storage:
Keep Mayzent tablets at room temperature between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 25°C) for a maximum of 3 months. You may keep unopened Mayzent tablets in the refrigerator between 36°F and 46°F (2°C to 8°C) if you need to store them for longer than 3 months. However, once the containers have been opened, do not place them back in the refrigerator.
Store the medication out of reach of children.
If you have any questions or concerns about Mayzent, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Mayzent is siponimod.
Inactive ingredients include colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, glyceryl dibehenate, lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, with a film coating containing iron oxides (black and red iron oxides for the 0.25 mg and 1 mg strengths and red and yellow iron oxides for the 2 mg strength), lecithin (soy), polyvinyl alcohol, talc, titanium dioxide, and xanthan gum.
Contraindications
Patients with any of the following should not receive Mayzent:
- A CYP2C9*3/*3 genotype
- Had a heart attack, unstable angina (a type of chest pain), stroke, mini stroke, hospitalized with decompensated heart failure, or Class III/IV heart failure within in the past 6 months
- Mobitz type II second-degree, third-degree AV block, or sick sinus syndrome, unless the patient has a functioning pacemaker
Cautions
- Before you begin taking Mayzent, talk to your doctor about:
- 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
- Mayzent is associated with the following warnings and precautions:
- Increased risk of infections
- Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy
- Macular edema
- Decreased heart rate and atrioventricular conduction delays
- Respiratory problems
- Liver problems
- Skin cancer
- High blood pressure
- Harm to an unborn baby; effective contraception is recommended for female patients during treatment and for 10 days after stopping treatment with Mayzent
- Live vaccines should not be given to patients while they are receiving treatment with Mayzent and for up to 4 weeks after treatment.
Side Effects
Headache, high blood pressure, and increases in liver enzymes are common Mayzent side effects. However, other side effects may also occur. Immediately inform your doctor of side effects that bother you or won’t go away.
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Reference:
Mayzent. East Hanover, NJ: Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation; 2023.
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 : 14549
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