Recorlev

Generic name:levoketoconazole [ LEE-voe-KEE-toe-KON-a-zole ]
Drug class:Adrenal corticosteroid inhibitors

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on May 12, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Recorlev?

Recorlev is used to treat high cortisol levels in adults with Cushing's syndrome who cannot have surgery or who have had surgery that did not cure their Cushing's syndrome.

Recorlev is not used to treat fungal infections.

Recorlev may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Call your doctor at once if you have signs or symptoms of liver problems: swelling around your midsection, right-sided upper stomach pain, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Recorlev can also cause a serious heart problem. Call your doctor at once if you have fast or pounding heartbeats, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Recorlev if you are allergic to it or to ketoconazole, or if you have:

• liver problems;

• a heart rhythm disorder; or

• long QT syndrome (in you or a family member).

You should not take Recorlev while taking other medicines that cause QT prolongation or affect how your liver works.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• liver problems;

• gallstones;

• a heart rhythm disorder;

• congestive heart failure;

• long QT syndrome (in you or a family member); or

• an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood).

May harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Recorlev may affect fertility in men or women. Pregnancy could be harder to achieve while either parent is using Recorlev. Talk to your doctor about your risk.

Do not breastfeed while using this medicine, and for at least 1 day after your last dose.

How should I take Recorlev?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

You may take Recorlev with or without food.

Your treatment may be changed, delayed, or permanently discontinued if you have certain side effects.

You will need blood tests before and during treatment with Recorlev to c...