How should I take niraparib?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.
Take the medicine at the same time each day, with or without food.
Niraparib is usually taken once a day until your body no longer responds to the medication.
Niraparib may be taken at bedtime if it upsets your stomach.
Swallow the capsule whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it.
If you vomit shortly after taking niraparib, do not take another dose. Wait until your next scheduled dose time to take the medicine again.
Niraparib can lower your blood cell counts. Your blood will need to be tested often. Your cancer treatments may be delayed based on the results.
Your blood pressure and heart rate will also need to be checked often.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.