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Ceritinib

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase (ALK) Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Zykadia® Cancer-related

Ceritinib - Dosage and How to Use

How should Ceritinib be used?

​Ceritinib is to be taken by mouth once daily. Take the exact number of capsules as advised by your doctor. It should be taken on an empty stomach i.e. at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, unless otherwise instructed by your doctor.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Ceritinib, take it as soon as you can if it is within 12 hours of the missed dose. If it is past 12 hours since your missed dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your usual dosing time. Do not double the dose.

What should I do if I overdose?

​If you overdose on this medicine, inform your doctor immediately.

Ceritinib - Additional Information

Updated on Monday, August 31, 2020

This article is contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup

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