Eluxadoline is indicated in adults for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).
Eluxadoline
Generic MedicinePharmacology
Eluxadoline is a mu-opioid receptor agonist, kappa opioid receptor agonist, and delta opioid receptor antagonist. Eluxadoline works directly in the intestine to reduce peristalsis and also makes the nerves in the intestine less sensitive to stimulation.
Dosage Administration
The recommended dose is 75 mg tablet taken orally twice daily with food. Patients who develop severe constipation for more than 4 days have to discontinue the drug. If a dose is missed, patient should take the next dose at the regular time and avoid taking two doses at a time.
Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
Hepatic Impairment: It is contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic impairment.
Interactions
Oral Contraceptive, Cyclosporine, Probenecid, Rosuvastatin.
Contraindications
Known or suspected biliary duct obstruction, sphincter of Oddi disease or dysfunction, and pancreatitis.
Side Effects
Most common adverse reactions are constipation, nausea, and abdominal pain.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy: Not established.
Lactation: Not established.
Precautions & Warnings
Sphincter of Oddi spasm and pancreatitis.
Patients who should be monitored closely:
- Without a gallbladder
- With new or worsening abdominal pain
- With nausea and vomiting
- With acute biliary pain
- With liver or pancreatic enzyme elevation
Therapeutic Class
Carboxylic acids and derivatives, Prokinetic drugs
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool & dry place, protect from light. Keep out of the reach of children.
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