Complete dosing information for ETRASIMOD
Medical guidance required: Dosing information here is for educational purposes. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dose based on your specific condition, kidney function, other medications, and medical history. Never adjust your dose without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • Assessments are required prior to initiating VELSIPITY. ( 2.1 ) • The recommended dosage is 2 mg orally once daily. ( 2.2 ) 2.1 Assessments, Medications, and Vaccinations Prior to First Dose of VELSIPITY Before initiation of treatment with VELSIPITY, assess the following: Complete Blood Count Obtain a recent (i.e., within the last 6 months or after discontinuation of prior UC therapy) complete blood count (CBC), including lymphocyte count [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ]. Cardiac Evaluation Obtain an electrocardiogram (ECG) to determine whether preexisting conduction abnormalities are present. In patients with certain preexisting conditions, advice from a cardiologist should be sought [see Warnings and Precautions (5.2) ] . Liver Function Tests Obtain recent (i.e., within the last 6 months) transaminase and bilirubin levels [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ]. Ophthalmic Assessment Obtain a baseline evaluation of the fundus, including the macula, ne