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BRAND NAMES:
Ingrezza Initiation Pack, Ingrezza
Generic Names:
Ingrezza
Uses:
Treats tardive dyskinesia (a movement disorder).
Therapeutic Classes:
Central Nervous System Agent
Forms:
Capsule
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What form(s) does Ingrezza come in
Capsule
What are common Ingrezza doses?
Capsule 40MG
Capsule 80MG
Box 28 Capsules Therapy Pack
Common Ingrezza prescriptions
Ingrezza
28 capsules therapy pack boxIngrezza
40mg capsuleIngrezza
60mg capsuleIngrezza
80mg capsule
How to take Ingrezza
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Ingrezza contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to valbenazine.
Ingrezza warnings
This medicine may cause the following problems:Heart rhythm problems, including QT prolongationParkinson-like symptoms
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Do not breastfeed while you are using this medicine and for 5 days after the last dose.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or heart rhythm problems (such as QT prolongation).
Ingrezza interactions
Some medicines can affect how valbenazine works. Tell your doctor if you are using carbamazepine, clarithromycin, digoxin, fluoxetine, itraconazole, ketoconazole, paroxetine, phenytoin, quinidine, rifampin, or St John's wort.
Do not use this medicine if you are using an MAO inhibitor (MAOI).
Ingrezza side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Problems with balance or walking, stiffness, shaking
Fainting, dizziness, lightheadedness
Trouble sitting still, feeling restless, nervous, or irritable
Less Serious Side Effects
Sleepiness, unusual drowsiness, or tiredness
Dry mouth, constipation, headache, confusion, blurred vision, decrease in how much or how often you urinate
Joint pain
Nausea, vomiting