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Voquezna (Vonoprazan)
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Product Details
Description
Voquezna is a medication prescribed primarily for the treatment of stomach conditions, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers. As a potassium-competitive acid blocker (P-CAB), it inhibits stomach acid production, which helps alleviate symptoms like heartburn, acid reflux, and ulcers.
Fact Table
Formula
C17H16FN3O2S
License
US FDA, PMDA
Bioavailability
~51%
Legal status
Prescription only (Rx)
Chemical Name
1-[5-(2-Fluorophenyl)-1H-pyrrolo[2,3-b]pyridin-1-ylsulfonyl]-N-methylmethanamine
Elimination half-life
7.7 hours
Dosage (Strength)
10 mg, 20 mg tablets
Pregnancy
Consult a doctor
Brands
Voquezna, Takecab
Protein binding
80%
PubChem CID
44484724
MedlinePlus
a622012
ChEBI
CHEBI:134722
ATC code
A02BC08
DrugBank
DB12274
KEGG
D09708
Routes of administration
Oral
Directions
The usual dosage is 10-20 mg, taken orally once daily.
The duration of treatment varies based on the specific condition for which Voquezna is prescribed.
Take the medication with or without food. Swallow tablets whole; do not chew, crush, or break them.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Voquezna is vonoprazan.
Interactions
The most common drug-drug interactions may include:
- Abemaciclib
- Acalabrutinib
- Alfentanil
- Amiloride
- Apalutamide
- Astemizole
- Atazanavir
- Avacopan
- Axitinib
- Bedaquiline
- Bemetizide
- Bendroflumethiazide
- Benzhydrocodone
- Benzthiazide
- Bosentan
- Bosutinib
- Brigatinib
- Budesonide
- Bumetanide
- Canrenoate
- Canrenone
- Carbamazepine
- Cenobamate
- Ceritinib
- Chlorothiazide
- Chlorthalidone
- Cilostazol
- Cisapride
- Citalopram
- Clindamycin
- Clopamide
- Clopidogrel
- Cobimetinib
- Codeine
- Colchicine
- Conivaptan
- Crizotinib
- Cyclopenthiazide
- Cyclosporine
- Cyclothiazide
- Dabrafenib
- Dasatinib
- Diazoxide
- Digoxin
- Dihydrocodeine
- Dihydroergotamine
- Dipyrone
- Docetaxel
- Dofetilide
- Dronedarone
- Efavirenz
- Elagolix
- Entrectinib
- Enzalutamide
- Eplerenone
- Ergotamine
- Ethacrynic Acid
- Etozolin
- Etravirine
- Everolimus
- Fentanyl
- Flibanserin
- Fosphenytoin
- Furosemide
- Hydrochlorothiazide
- Hydrocodone
- Hydroflumethiazide
- Indapamide
- Ivosidenib
- Levomethadyl
- Lomitapide
- Lorlatinib
- Lumacaftor
- Mavacamten
- Meperidine
- Methadone
- Methyclothiazide
- Metolazone
- Midostaurin
- Mitotane
- Modafinil
- Nafcillin
- Nelfinavir
- Neratinib
- Nilotinib
- Olaparib
- Oxycodone
- Paclitaxel
- Pazopanib
- Phenobarbital
- Phenytoin
- Pimavanserin
- Pimozide
- Piretanide
- Polythiazide
- Primidone
- Quinethazone
- Quinidine
- Quinine
- Ribociclib
- Rifabutin
- Rifampin
- Rifapentine
- Roflumilast
- Ruxolitinib
- Sirolimus
- Sonidegib
- Spironolactone
- St John's Wort
- Sufentanil
- Sunitinib
- Tacrolimus
- Tamoxifen
- Telotristat Ethyl
- Temsirolimus
- Thioridazine
- Tolvaptan
- Torsemide
- Tramadol
- Triamterene
- Trichlormethiazide
- Warfarin
- Xipamide
- Zanubrutinib
Cautions
Before beginning Voquezna, inform your doctor if you have any history of liver disease, osteoporosis, or low magnesium levels.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult with their healthcare provider before using Voquezna, as its safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not fully known.
Avoid using Voquezna if you are allergic to vonoprazan or any other ingredients in the medication.
Side Effects
The most common side effects of this drug may include:
- Abdominal distension symptom
- Abdominal pain
- Anaphylaxis
- Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Gastritis
- Headache
- Hypertension
- Indigestion
- Liver failure
- Nausea
- Nasopharyngitis
- Respiratory
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Taste sense altered
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Tubulointerstitial nephritis, acute
- Urinary tract infectious disease
References
Voquezna [package insert]. Buffalo Grove, IL: Phathom; 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 : 14895
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