Tirbanibulin ointment

What is this medication?

TIRBANIBULIN (Teer bn e bu lin) is used on the skin to treat actinic keratosis.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Klisyri

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

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

• skin conditions or sensitivity
• skin infection
• an unusual or allergic reaction to tirbanibulin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medication?

This medicine is for external use only. Do not take by mouth. Wash your hands before and after use. Do not get it in your eyes. If you do, rinse your eyes with plenty of cool tap water. Use it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Do not use it more often than directed. Finish the full course prescribed by your health care provider even if you think your condition is better. Do not stop using except on the advice of your health care provider.

Do not wash or touch the treated area for 8 hours after use. After 8 hours, the treated area of skin may be washed with mild soap.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medication?

Interactions are not expected. Do not use any other skin products on the same area of skin without asking your health care provider.

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription medicines, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Do not get this medicine in your eyes. If you do, rinse out with plenty of cool tap water and seek medical help as soon as possible.

This medicine can make certain skin conditions worse. Only use it for conditions for which your doctor or health care professional has prescribed.

This medicine can transfer from your body to others. If a person or pet comes in contact with the area where this medicine was applied to your skin, they may have a risk of side effects. If you cannot avoid skin-to-skin contact with another person, make sure the site where this medicine was applied is covered with clothing. If accidental contact happens, the skin of the person or pet should be washed right away with soap and water.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

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
• eye pain
• open sores on the skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• burning, itching, crusting, peeling of treated skin
• mild skin irritation, redness, dryness
• swelling, tenderness of skin

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medication?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Do not freeze. Do not refrigerate. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.