Dimethyl Fumarate Delayed Release Oral Capsule

Brands: Tecfidera

Uses

For multiple sclerosis.

Instructions

Swallow the medicine without crushing or chewing it.

This medicine may be taken with or without food.

Taking a plain (non-coated) aspirin 30 minutes before this medicine may help reduce flushing. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if this is right for you.

Taking this medicine with food may help to reduce flushing.

This medicine will work best if you take it at about the same time every day.

Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.

It is important that you keep taking each dose of this medicine on time even if you are feeling well.

If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.

Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.

Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.

Cautions

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Call the doctor if there are any signs of confusion or unusual changes in behavior.

This medicine may reduce your body's ability to fight infections. Avoid contact with people with colds, flu or other infections. Contact your doctor if you develop fever, cough, sore throat, or chills.

Speak with your health care provider before receiving any vaccinations.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any swelling of your hands, face, lips, eyes, throat or tongue.

Always carry an ID card or wear a medical alert bracelet indicating your medical condition.

Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

• diarrhea
• itching
• nausea and vomiting
• stomach upset or abdominal pain

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

• loss of balance
• changes in memory, mood, or thinking
• difficulty concentrating
• confusion
• coughing
• coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• high fever
• flu-like symptoms
• tight or rigid muscles
• muscle weakness
• seizures
• slurred speech
• bloody or dark, tarry stools
• blurring or changes of vision
• weakness on one side of the body

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.

Extra

Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

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