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Vadadustat

VADADUSTAT treats low levels of red blood cells (anemia) in people with kidney disease. It works by helping your body make more red blood cells, which reduces the need for blood transfusions. Compare HIF-PH inhibitors.

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What should I tell my doctor?

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

Cancer
Frequently drink alcohol
Have had a heart attack
Have had a stroke or transient ischemic attack
Heart disease
High blood pressure
Liver disease
Seizures
Stomach ulcers, other stomach or intestine problems
Tobacco use
An unusual or allergic reaction to vadadustat, other medications, foods, dyes or preservatives
Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
Breastfeeding

How should I use this drug?

Take this medication by mouth with water. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the tablets whole. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.

Take products with iron in them, including phosphate binder with iron, at a different time of day than this medication. Take this medication 1 hour BEFORE these products.

Take this medication at least 1 hour BEFORE or 2 hours AFTER taking phosphate binders that do not contain iron.

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, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. Do not take more than 1 dose a day.

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 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.