Selexipag tablets
Selexipag tablets
What is this medicine?
SELEXIPAG (se LEX i pag) is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). This medicine helps to slow the progression of PAH and lower your risk of being hospitalized for PAH.
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label. You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medicine. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your doctor's advice.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
breathing problems
unusually weak or tired
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
diarrhea
flushing
headache
jaw pain
joint pain
loss of appetite
muscle pain
nausea, vomiting
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
clopidogrel
gemfibrozil
This medicine may interact with the following medications:
deferasirox
rifampin
teriflunomide
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If your next dose is to be taken in less than 6 hours, then do not take the missed dose. Take the next dose at your regular time. Do not take double or extra doses. If you miss 3 days or more of your medicine, call your healthcare provider.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
an unusual or allergic reaction to selexipag, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Tell your doctor or healthcare professional if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Updated:  
July 17, 2018