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NERANDOMILAST (NER an DOE mi last) treats pulmonary fibrosis, a condition that causes the lungs to scar and stiffen, making it hard to breathe. It works by preventing changes to the lung tissue. This delays worsening symptoms.
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Jascayd
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Take this medication by mouth. Take it as directed on the prescription label. Swallow tablets whole. If needed, you may also dissolve the tablets in water (see below). You can take it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach, take it with food. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.
To dissolve the tablet, place it in a cup with about 3 to 4 ounces of room temperature water. Do not crush the tablet. Stir the mixture for 15 to 20 minutes. The tablet will not fully dissolve. Drink the mixture within 2 hours. If you do not drink it right away, stir it again before drinking it. Rinse the cup with 3 to 4 ounces of water and drink it. This ensures you have taken your full dose.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication 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.
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NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
If you miss a dose, skip it. Take your next dose at the normal time. Do not take double or extra doses.
Other medications may affect the way this medication works. Talk with your care team about all the medications you take. They may suggest changes to your treatment plan to lower the risk of side effects and to make sure your medications work as intended.
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.
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Talk to your care team if you may be pregnant. There are benefits and risks to taking medications during pregnancy. Your care team can help you find the option that works for you.
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
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.
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep this medication in the original container. Protect from light. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
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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.
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