Modeyso

Used for Brain Tumor

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DORDAVIPRONE treats brain cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells. Compare protease activators.

What is Modeyso?

What should I tell my doctor?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

Heart or blood vessel conditions
Irregular heartbeat or rhythm
Low levels of calcium, potassium, or magnesium in your blood
Slow heartbeat
An unusual or allergic reaction to dordaviprone, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
If you or your partner are pregnant or trying to get pregnant
Breastfeeding

How should I use this drug?

Take this medication by mouth. Take it as directed on the prescription label on the same day of each week. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the capsules whole. You may open the capsule and mix the contents with 15 to 30 mL of liquid, such as sports drink, apple juice, lemonade, or water. Swallow the mixture right away. Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 3 hours after food. Your care team may change your dose or tell you to stop taking this medication if you get side effects. Do not change your dose or stop taking it unless your care team tells you to.

This medication comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this medication. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or care team if you have questions.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as 1 year for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can, unless it is more than 2 days late. If it is more than 2 days late, skip that dose. Take your next dose on your normal scheduled day. Do not take double or extra doses.

If you vomit after taking your dose, do not take another dose. Take your next dose at your normal scheduled time.

Where should I store this drug?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.

To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:

Take the medication to a take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, empty the medication out of the container. Mix it with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or another unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.