Generic name:vismodegib [ VIS-moe-DEG-ib ]
Drug class:Hedgehog pathway inhibitors
What is Erivedge?
Erivedge is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth of certain cancer cells in the body.
Erivedge is used to treat basal cell carcinoma that has spread to other parts of the body.
Erivedge may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use Erivedge if you are pregnant, or if you are a man and your sexual partner is pregnant. Erivedge use by either parent may cause severe birth defects or death of a baby.
For Women: Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine and for at least 24 months after your last dose. Call your doctor at once if you quit using birth control, if your period is late, or if you think you might be pregnant.
For Men:Always use a latex condom and spermicide when having sex, even if you have had a vasectomy. Continue using condoms and spermicide for at least 3 months after you stop taking Erivedge.
Call your doctor at once if a pregnancy occurs while either sexual partner is taking vismodegib.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Erivedge if you are allergic to vismodegib, or:
if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
You will need to have a negative pregnancy test within 7 days before you start taking Erivedge.
You must prevent pregnancy while you are taking Erivedge, whether you are a man or a woman. Vismodegib can cause severe birth defects or death of a baby.
For Women: Use effective birth control while taking Erivedge and for 7 months after your last dose. The bi...
