How should I take midostaurin?
Your doctor will perform a test to make sure midostaurin is the right treatment for your condition.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Midostaurin is usually taken 2 times per day (once every 12 hours) with food.
Take your doses at regular intervals to keep a steady amount of the drug in your body at all times.
You may be given medication to prevent nausea or vomiting while you are taking midostaurin.
If you vomit shortly after taking midostaurin, do not take another dose. Wait until your next scheduled dose time to take the medicine again.
Do not crush or open a midostaurin capsule.
You may need frequent blood tests (every 1 to 4 weeks). Midostaurin is usually given until your body no longer responds to the medication.
Use all medications as directed by your doctor. Read the instructions provided with each medication. Do not change your doses or medication schedule without your doctor's advice.
Store midostaurin in the original container at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.