Ambrisentan tablets
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What are Ambrisentan tablets?
AMBRISENTAN is used to treat a serious heart and lung disorder called primary pulmonary hypertension. This medicine may help to increase your ability to exercise and improve your breathing.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
• liver disease
• an unusual or allergic reaction to ambrisentan, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding
How should this medicine be used?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You can take this medicine with or without food. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not cut, crush or chew this medicine. Do not take more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on the advice of your doctor.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
What drug(s) may interact with this medicine?
• cyclosporine
• ketoconazole
• omeprazole
What should I watch for while taking this medicine?
Visit your doctor or health care professional for checks on your progress. Despite receiving this medicine, your condition may worsen and you may need your dose adjusted. Call your doctor or health care professional if your conditions gets worse.
Pregnancy must be avoided while taking this medicine due to the potential for serious side effects to an unborn child. If you are female of child-bearing potential, you will have to have pregnancy tests regularly (at least monthly) while you are taking this medicine. Discuss options to prevent pregnancy with your doctor or health care professional.
Breast-feeding should be avoided while taking this medicine. It is not known if ambrisentan can pass through your milk and harm your baby.
Your doctor or health care professional will have to check blood tests regularly (at least monthly) to check the effect of this medicine on your liver and your blood counts.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• breathing problems
• dark urine
• dizziness
• fast, irregular heartbeat
• feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
• fever
• general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms
• light-colored stools
• loss of appetite, nausea
• right upper belly pain
• swelling of the ankles or legs
• unusually tired or weak
• yellowing of eyes, skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
• constipation
• flushing of the skin
• headache
• runny nose or sore throat
• stomach upset
Where can I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store this medicine in its original packaging at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
Important Disclaimer: The drug information provided here is for educational purposes only. It is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the diagnosis, treatment and advice of a medical professional. This drug information does not cover all possible uses, precautions, side effects and interactions. It should not be construed to indicate that this or any drug is safe for you. Consult your medical professional for guidance before using any prescription or over the counter drugs.
