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SAPROPTERIN (SAP roe TER in) treats high phenylalanine levels in people with phenylketonuria (PKU). It works by helping your body break down phenylalanine. This prevents it from building up in the blood. Changes to diet are often combined with this medication.
This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
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Take this medication by mouth with food. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Dissolve powder in water or apple juice. Talk to your care team about how much water or apple juice you should use. The powder should dissolve quickly and completely. Drink within 30 minutes of mixing. The powder may also be stirred into a small amount of apple sauce or pudding. Take your medication at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. Do not stop taking except on your care team's advice.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as 1 month for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
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This medication may interact with the following:
-Avanafil
-Levodopa
-Methotrexate
-Pemetrexed
-Pyrimethamine
-Sildenafil
-Tadalafil
-Vardenafil
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. Visit your care team for regular check-ups and for blood tests. It may take up to 4 weeks for your body to respond to this medication.
Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
You will need to be on a special diet while you are taking this medication. Talk with your care team before making any changes to your diet.
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If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Take only one dose each day. Do not take double or extra doses.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Hyperactivity—restlessness, fidgeting, excessive talking
-Inflammation of the esophagus or stomach—loss of appetite, throat pain, pain or trouble swallowing, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, dry cough, bloody or black, tar-like stools
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Cough
-Diarrhea
-Headache
-Runny or stuffy nose
-Sore throat
-Vomiting
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Store this medication in the original container. Keep the container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.
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