Miglustat

Alternate Name: Opfolda

Dosage Form: Capsule

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Endocrine-Metabolic Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 100 MG

Warnings: It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before receiving this medicine. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 60 days after the last dose. Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine. Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, heart disease, lung or breathing problems, tremors, or a low number of platelets in your blood. This medicine may cause the following problems:Peripheral neuropathy (a nerve problem)TremorsDiarrhea This medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Food Warnings: Some medicines can affect how miglustat works. Tell your doctor if you are using imiglucerase., This medicine may cause the following problems:Peripheral neuropathy (a nerve problem)Tremors, Diarrhea is a common side effect of this medicine. Tell your doctor if you have diarrhea. He may suggest changes to your diet, such as eating fewer high-carbohydrate foods., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.