Avacopan
Generic name: avacopan [ A-va-KOE-pan ]
Brand name: Tavneos
Dosage form: oral capsule (10 mg)
Drug class:Selective immunosuppressants
What is avacopan?
Avacopan is used with other medicines (including glucocorticoids) to treat adults with granulomatosis with polyangiitis (previously known as Wegener's granulomatosis). avacopan is also used to treat adults with microscopic polyangiitis.
Avacopan may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Call your doctor at once if you have loss of appetite, pain or swelling in your stomach, swelling in your legs, easy bleeding, drowsiness, confusion, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Before taking this medicine
You should not use avacopan if you are allergic to it or any of its inactive ingredients.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
liver problems or abnormal liver function tests;
hepatitis B or C; or
if you currently have an infection.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, or breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Talk to your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you take avacopan.
How should I take avacopan?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may change your dose if you take certain medicines. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
If you've had hepatitis B, it may come back or get worse. You may need liver function tests before you start treatment with avacopan, while using avacopan and for several months after you stop using it.
Take 3 capsules of avacopan twice a day (morning and evening) with food.
Swallow the capsule whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Skip the missed dose and use your next dose at the regular time. Do not use two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
What should I avoid while taking avacopan?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Avacopan side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat....
