Triheptanoin
Generic name: triheptanoin [ trye-HEP-ta-noyn ]
Brand name: Dojolvi
Dosage form: oral liquid (100%)
Drug class:Oral nutritional supplements
What is triheptanoin?
Triheptanoin is used to treat long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders in adults and children.
Long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders are rare genetic disorders that affect the body's ability to break down certain fats and convert them into energy. This can lead to low blood sugar, muscle weakness, heart problems, or life-threatening medical problems.
Triheptanoin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
Tell your doctor if you have ever had problems with your pancreas. triheptanoin may not work as well if your digestion is affected by a pancreas disorder.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you are pregnant, you may be enrolled in a pregnancy safety study to track the effects of triheptanoin on the baby.
How should I take triheptanoin?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
If you are taking another medium chain triglyceride product, stop taking it before you start taking triheptanoin.
Triheptanoin is usually taken at least 4 times per day with meals or snacks. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Triheptanoin should always be mixed well with liquid or soft food. Do not take the medicine alone or it may upset your stomach. Examples of what to mix this medicine with include:
fat-free yogurt (plain or flavored);
fat-free pudding or smoothies;
low-sugar applesauce;
fat-free cottage cheese;
skim (fat-free) milk;
fat-free baby food; or
whole grain hot cereal.
Read and carefully follow all instructions about mixing triheptanoin with liquid or soft foods, or how to mix and give the medicine through a feeding tube. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Always mix the medicine in a clean container.
Do not mix or store triheptanoin in any syringe, container or cup made of polystyrene plastic or polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Do not give this medicine through a feeding tube made of PVC.
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