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Letairis (Ambrisentan)

Prescription medicineOnly Available By Prescription

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Description

Letairis is a prescription medication used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), which is characterized by high blood pressure in the arteries that supply the lungs.

Letairis belongs to a class of drugs known as endothelin receptor antagonists, which block the action of endothelin, which causes blood vessels to narrow. Endothelin proteins are located on vascular endothelium and smooth muscle.


Fact Table

Formula

C22H22N2O4

License

US FDA, EU EMA

Bioavailability

Undetermined

Legal status

Rx-Only

Chemical Name

Ambrisentan

Elimination half-life

15 hours (terminal)

Dosage (Strength)

10mg

Pregnancy

Consult Doctor

Brands

Letairis

Protein binding

99%

PubChem CID

6918493

MedlinePlus

a612023

ChEBI

135949

ATC code

C02KX02

DrugBank

C02KX02

KEGG

D07077

Routes of administration

By mouth

Directions

The usual dosage starts with 5 mg by mouth once daily. The dosage can be increased every four weeks based on side effects and response to treatment.

Do not split, crush, or chew the tablets.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Letairis is Ambrisentan.

Interactions

Common drug-drug interactions can include:

  • CycloSPORINEs
  • Darolutamide
  • Eltrombopag
  • Encorafenib
  • Gemfibrozil
  • Leflunomide
  • Leniolisib
  • Pretomanid
  • Sparsentan
  • Teriflunomide
  • Trofinetide
  • Voclosporin

Cautions

Letairis should not be taken during pregnancy due to the risk of fetal harm. Women of childbearing age should use contraception during treatment and after stopping Letairis.

Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver problems because Letairis can cause serious liver injury. Regular liver function tests should be conducted during treatment to monitor liver health.

Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of heart failure. Letairis may cause fluid retention or swelling.

Do not take this medication if you have a history of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

Male patients may experience a decreased sperm count while taking this drug.

Tell your doctor if you have a history of anemia. They should regularly monitor your blood counts while taking Letairis.

Side Effects

The most common adverse effects can include:

  • Anemia
  • Bronchitis
  • Cardiac failure
  • Cough
  • Decreased hematocrit
  • Decreased hemoglobin
  • Dizziness
  • Dyspepsia
  • Fatigue
  • Flushing
  • Fluid retention
  • Headache
  • Hypersensitivity
  • Hypotension
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Nasal congestion
  • Nausea
  • Oligospermia
  • Peripheral edema
  • Sinusitis
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness

References

Letairis [package insert]. Foster City, CA: Gilead; 2019.



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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