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Xermelo

Telotristat Etiprate

What is Xermelo used for?

This medication is used along with another drug (a somatostatin analog such as octreotide) to treat diarrhea due to carcinoid syndrome. Telotristat helps to reduce the number of bowel movements that you may have.

CHEMICAL NAME

Telotristat Etiprate (tel-OH-tri-stat)

DRUG TYPE

Endocrine Disorders

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Xermelo Frequently Asked Questions

Take this medication by mouth with food as directed by your doctor, usually 3 times a day.

If using short-acting octreotide with this medication, take this medication at least 30 minutes before using octreotide. Octreotide may decrease the amount of telotristat in the body.

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

Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse.

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.

Xermelo Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Tablet
250 Mg