Drug Notes - Palovarotene (By mouth) | Lima Memorial Health System

Palovarotene (By mouth)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to palovarotene, or if you are pregnant.

Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
It is best to take this medicine with food or milk. Take this medicine at about the same time each day.
Swallow the capsule whole. If you are not able to swallow the capsule whole, you may open it and mix it with 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) of soft food (including apple sauce, low fat yogurt, or warm oatmeal) and take it within 1 hour of opening.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.
Missed dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible, and then go back to your regular schedule. If you miss a dose and it is more than 6 hours, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

Some medicines can affect how palovarotene works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:
- Medicine to treat an infection (including doxycycline, erythromycin, ketoconazole, minocycline, rifampicin, tetracycline)
- Vitamin A supplements
Do not eat grapefruit or pomelo, or drink grapefruit or pomelo juice while you are using this medicine.

It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests 1 week before treatment, during treatment, and for 1 month after the last dose. Use an effective form of birth control 1 month before treatment, during treatment, and for 1 month after the last dose.
Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 1 month after your last dose.
Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bone problems (including osteoporosis), or a history of mental problems (including anxiety, depression).
This medicine may cause the following problems:
- Bone growth changes
- Serious skin reactions
- Bone problems, including bone thinning and increased risk of fractures
- Changes in mood or behavior
This medicine may decrease your ability to see in the dark. Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
Do not donate blood during treatment and for 1 week after your last dose.
This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Arm, leg, or back pain, unusual tiredness or weakness
Changes in vision
Depression, unusual moods or behaviors, thought of hurting yourself or others
Dry eyes, lips, or skin, hair loss or thinning, rash, redness, or peeling of the skin
Headache, nausea
Muscle, joint, or bone pain, fractures
Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
Slowed growth in children

Last Updated: 9/6/2024