Kuvan (Sapropterin Powder for Oral Solution) and Food
Result of checking the interaction of Kuvan (Sapropterin Powder for Oral Solution) and Food for safety when used together.
When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug interaction with food or lifestyle.
Consumer:Food increases the absorption of sapropterin. Sapropterin should be administered with food, preferably at the same time each day. Sapropterin tablets should be dissolved in 4 to 8 ounces (120 to 240 mL) of water or apple juice and taken within 15 minutes of dissolution.
ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Food increases the gastrointestinal absorption of sapropterin.
MANAGEMENT: Sapropterin should be administered with food, preferably at the same time each day. Sapropterin tablets should be dissolved in 4 to 8 ounces (120 to 240 mL) of water or apple juice and taken within 15 minutes of dissolution.
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Generic Name: sapropterin
Brand Name: Kuvan
Synonyms: Kuvan