Drug Detail:Nourianz (Istradefylline [ is-tra-def-i-lin ])
Generic Name: istradefylline 20mg
Dosage Form: tablet, film coated
Drug Class: Miscellaneous antiparkinson agents
Drug Detail:Nourianz (Istradefylline [ is-tra-def-i-lin ])
Generic Name: istradefylline 20mg
Dosage Form: tablet, film coated
Drug Class: Miscellaneous antiparkinson agents
The recommended dosage of NOURIANZ is 20 mg administered orally once daily. The dosage may be increased to a maximum of 40 mg once daily, based on individual need and tolerability. Initial dose titration is not required.
NOURIANZ can be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
The maximum recommended dosage of NOURIANZ with concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inhibitors is 20 mg once daily [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
Avoid use of NOURIANZ with strong CYP3A4 inducers [see Drug Interactions (7.1)].
The maximum recommended dosage of NOURIANZ in patients with moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh B) is 20 mg once daily. Closely monitor patients with moderate hepatic impairment for adverse reactions when on NOURIANZ treatment [see Adverse Reactions (6.1)]. Avoid use of NOURIANZ in patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh C) [see Use in Specific Populations (8.7)].