Xermelo Dosage
Generic name: telotristat ethyl 250mg
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Miscellaneous GI agents
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 15, 2024.
The recommended dosage of Xermelo in adult patients is 250 mg three times daily for patients whose diarrhea is inadequately controlled by SSA therapy.
Administration
- Take Xermelo with food.
- When short-acting octreotide is used in combination with Xermelo, administer short-acting octreotide at least 30 minutes after administering Xermelo.
- If a dose is missed, take the next dose at the regular time. Do not take 2 doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose.
- Discontinue Xermelo if severe constipation develops.
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