Ivacaftor Benefits & Uses

Ivacaftor is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cystic Fibrosis

Ivacaftor Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Ivacaftor Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ivacaftor is used -

Mild

Headache
Infection
Nasal congestion
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Pharyngitis
Diarrhoea
Rash
Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness
Rhinitis
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Acne
Joint pain

Ivacaftor Related Warnings

Is the use of Ivacaftor safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Ivacaftor.

Mild
Is the use of Ivacaftor safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ivacaftor. Immediately discontinue Ivacaftor if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ivacaftor on the Kidneys?

Ivacaftor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ivacaftor on the Liver?

Ivacaftor may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ivacaftor on the Heart?

Ivacaftor is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ivacaftor with Other Drugs

Ivacaftor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Carbamazepine

Clarithromycin

Diltiazem

Fluconazole

Moderate

Amprenavir

Amprenavir Capsule

Aprepitant

Ivacaftor Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ivacaftor unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Cataract

Frequently asked Questions about Ivacaftor

Is this Ivacaftor habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ivacaftor is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ivacaftor, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ivacaftor can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ivacaftor only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ivacaftor in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ivacaftor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ivacaftor

There is no information on the effects of taking Ivacaftor with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ivacaftor

Information about the interaction of Ivacaftor and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown