Turalio

Used for Giant Cell Tumor

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PEXIDARTINIB treats noncancerous tumors that occur in joints. It works by blocking a protein that causes tumor cells to grow and multiply. Compare kinase inhibitors.

What is Turalio?

What should I tell my doctor?

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

Kidney disease
Liver disease
An unusual or allergic reaction to pexidartinib, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
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 at the same time every day. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the capsules whole. Take with a low-fat meal. 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.

Do not take this medication with grapefruit juice.

Take this medication 2 hours BEFORE or 2 hours AFTER antacids. Take this medication 2 hours BEFORE or 10 hours AFTER H2 receptor blocker medications.

A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, skip it. Take your next dose at the normal time. Do not take extra or 2 doses at the same time to make up for the missed dose.

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. Protect from moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Do not throw out the packet in the container. It keeps the medication dry.

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

Take the medication to a medication 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 the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.