Gilenya (Fingolimod)

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The only differences between generics and their brand-name counterparts is that generics are less expensive and may look slightly different (eg. different shape or color), as trademarks laws prevent a generic from looking exactly like the brand-name drug.

Generics are less expensive because generic manufacturers don't have to invest large sums of money to develop a drug. When the brand-name patent expires, generic companies can manufacture a copy of the brand-name and sell it at a substantial discount.

Description

Gilenya is a medication used to treat symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a chronic disease where the immune system attacks the nervous system cells, slowing down the signals sent between cells.

Symptoms of MS are complex, and it can affect almost every organ and system in the body. MS can affect vision, energy levels, pain levels, sensory organs, the urinary system, and others.

MS is typically progressive, with breakthrough symptoms occurring even if the disease is well controlled on other medication.

Fact Table

Formula

C19H33NO2

License

US FDA, EU EMA

Bioavailability

More than 90%

Legal status

Rx-only

Chemical Name

Fingolimod

Elimination half-life

6-9 days

Dosage (Strength)

0.5mg

Pregnancy

Not Recommended

Brands

Gilenya

Protein binding

99.7%

PubChem CID

107970

MedlinePlus

a611006

ChEBI

63115

ATC code

L04AA27

DrugBank

DB08868

KEGG

D10001

Routes of administration

By mouth

Directions

The first dose of Gilenya should be taken under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

The standard dosage is 0.5 mg by mouth once daily.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Gilenya is fingolimod.

Interactions

Several drug interactions exist, including:

  • Amiodarone
  • Baricitinib
  • BCG (Intravesical)
  • Bradycardia-Causing Agents
  • Ceritinib
  • Cladribine
  • COVID-19 Vaccine (mRNA)
  • Disopyramide
  • Dofetilide
  • Dronedarone
  • Echinacea
  • Ibutilide
  • Immunosuppressants
  • Measles, Mumps, and Rubella Virus Vaccine
  • Natalizumab
  • Pimecrolimus
  • Quinidine
  • Rabies Vaccine
  • Roflumilast
  • Sipuleucel-T
  • Sotalol
  • Tacrolimus
  • Tofacitinib
  • Vaccines (Inactivated)
  • Vaccines (Live)
  • Varicella Virus Vaccine

Cautions

Gilenya can cause slowing of the heart rate, particularly when starting it first the first time or if the drug is interrupted for over two weeks.

Gilenya can increase the risk of infection.

Ask your doctor and pharmacist about all precautions that apply to you before starting this medication.

Side Effects

The following is a list of potential Gilenya side effects:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Actinic keratosis
  • Alopecia
  • Asthenia
  • Back pain
  • Blurred vision
  • Bradycardia
  • Cough
  • Decreased lung function
  • Diarrhea
  • Dyspnea
  • First-degree atrioventricular block
  • Headache
  • Herpes virus infection
  • Herpes zoster infection
  • Hypertension
  • Increased gamma-glutamyl transfer
  • Increased serum alanine aminotransferase
  • Increased serum aspartate transaminase
  • Increased serum triglycerides
  • Influenza
  • Leukopenia
  • Lymphocytopenia
  • Migraine
  • Nausea
  • Second-degree atrioventricular block
  • Sinusitis

References

  1. Gilenya [package insert]. Morris Plains, NJ: Novartis; 2012.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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