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Procysbi

Cysteamine Bitartrate

What is Procysbi used for?

This medication is used to help preserve kidney function and manage kidney damage and other problems in people with an inherited disorder that causes build-up of a certain natural substance (cystine) in the body (nephropathic cystinosis). Cystine build-up can cause problems such as kidney problems, slow growth, weak bones, and eye problems. Cysteamine helps the body get rid of cystine.

CHEMICAL NAME

Cysteamine Bitartrate (sis-TEE-a-meen)

DRUG TYPE

Urinary Disorders

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Procysbi Frequently Asked Questions

Read the Patient Information Leaflet and Instructions for Use if available from your pharmacist before you start using cysteamine and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually twice a day (every 12 hours).

Taking this medication with food can affect its absorption. Take this medication on an empty stomach, at least 2 hours after and at least 30 minutes before eating food. If you cannot take it without eating, you can eat a small amount of food (4 ounces or 1/2 cup) between 1 hour before and 1 hour after taking this medication. Choose one way to take this medication (either without eating or with a small amount of food) and take it the same way with every dose. Avoid high-fat food close to the time you take your cysteamine dose.

Swallow the capsules whole with fruit juice (except for grapefruit juice) or water. Do not crush or chew this medication or the contents of the capsules. Do not drink alcohol while you are on treatment with this drug. Drinking alcohol may increase the amount of this medication in your body which may cause serious side effects.

If you cannot swallow the capsule whole, you can open the capsule and sprinkle the contents on 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of applesauce or berry jelly and eat the mixture within 30 minutes of preparing it. Or you can sprinkle the contents into 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of fruit juice (except for grapefruit juice), stir the mixture gently until mixed, and drink it within 30 minutes. Do not crush or chew the mixture or save it for later use.

The dosage is based on your weight, medical condition, and response to treatment. To reduce your risk of side effects, your doctor may direct you to start this medication at a low dose and gradually increase your dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Procysbi Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Capsule DR Sprinkle
25 Mg
75 Mg
Granules DR In Packet
300 Mg
75 Mg