Medicine Description finoxlab 20 mg
Finoxelab is one of the medications that contains the substance finerenone, which is a substance used to help reduce the risk of deterioration of kidney function and cardiovascular complications in some patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who have chronic kidney disease.
The medication works through selectively inhibiting mineralocorticoid receptors, which helps reduce inflammation and fibrosis inside the kidneys and heart.
What are the components?
Finoxelab contains the substance finerenone as the active ingredient of the medication.
What are the concentrations of Finoxelab?
The medication is available in two concentrations, which are:
Indications for use of Finoxelab
Finoxelab is used under the supervision of a physician in the following cases:
- · Reducing the risk of deterioration of chronic kidney disease in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- · Reducing the risk of occurrence of cardiovascular complications in some patients with chronic kidney disease associated with type 2 diabetes.
- · It may help reduce the risk of hospitalization due to heart failure in patients suitable for treatment.
- · It is used within an integrated treatment plan that includes control of blood sugar, blood pressure, and other risk factors.
What are the dosages of Finoxelab?
· The usual dose is one tablet daily at the same time, with or without food, and the physician determines the appropriate concentration (10 mg or 20 mg) based on kidney function tests and the potassium level in the blood.
How to use Finoxelab?
To get the best benefit from the treatment, the following is recommended:
- · Take the tablet once daily at approximately the same time.
- · The medication can be taken with or without food.
- · Swallow the tablet whole with a sufficient amount of water.
- · The tablet should not be crushed or chewed.
- · It can be used at any time of the day, but it is preferable to adhere to a fixed time.
- · Adherence to kidney function and potassium tests as determined by the physician is necessary.
- · Avoid taking salt substitutes or supplements that contain potassium without consulting a physician.
What are the contraindications for use of Finoxelab?
The use of Finoxelab is prohibited in some cases, including:
- · Having an allergy to finerenone or any of the components of the medication.
- · High potassium level in the blood at the start of treatment.
- · It is not used to treat patients with type 1 diabetes.
- · Kidney function and potassium level must be evaluated before starting treatment.
- What are the side effects of Finoxelab tablets?
It may cause some side effects, the most important of which are:
- · High potassium level in the blood, which is one of the most important effects that require monitoring.
- · Decrease in the estimated glomerular filtration rate or occurrence of changes in kidney function.
- · Low blood pressure.
- · Low sodium level in the blood in some cases.
- · Symptoms associated with high potassium may appear, such as muscle weakness or heart rhythm disturbance, and these symptoms require rapid medical evaluation.
What are the alternatives to Finoxelab?
Alternatives may vary depending on the patient's condition and the goal of treatment. Among the preparations that contain the same active substance:
- · Kerendia.
- · Ketosteryl.
- · Optamins.
Storage and preservation conditions for Finoxelab
To maintain the quality of the medication, the following is recommended:
- · Store at room temperature.
- · Store away from heat and moisture.
- · Store in the original package until the time of use.
- · Keep out of reach of children.
- · Do not use after the expiration date printed on the package.
Frequently asked questions about Finoxelab tablets
Can Finoxelab be used for pregnant or breastfeeding women?
There is not enough information about the use of finerenone during pregnancy, so the physician must be informed of the presence of pregnancy or planning for it before starting treatment. It is also not recommended to use it during breastfeeding except after consulting a physician and evaluating the need for treatment.
Can Finoxelab be used with other medications?
Yes, but the physician must be informed of all medications being used, because finerenone may interact with some medications, especially medications that affect the enzyme CYP3A4 and medications that may raise the potassium level in the blood.