How should I take cobimetinib?
Your doctor will perform blood tests to make sure you have the correct tumor type to be treated with cobimetinib.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Read all patient information, medication guides, and instruction sheets provided to you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Cobimetinib is given in a 28-day treatment cycle. You may need to use the medicine only during the first 21 days of each cycle. Your doctor will determine how long to treat you with cobimetinib.
Do not change your doses or medication schedule without your doctor's advice.
You may take cobimetinib with or without food.
Check your skin on a regular basis while you are using cobimetinib. Tell your doctor if you notice any new skin symptoms such as redness, sores that will not heal, a new wart, or a mole that has changed in size or color.
Your heart function may need to be checked with an electrocardiograph or ECG (sometimes called an EKG) while you are using this medicine. You may also need regular vision examinations.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.