product or service Entyvio Generic Name: Vedolizumab (ve doe LIZ ue mab) Brand Name: Entyvio Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Pricing & Coupons Uses of Entyvio: It is used to treat Crohn's disease. It is used to treat ulcerative colitis. It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. Slideshow Humira: One Drug, Nine Uses, Billions of Dollars What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Entyvio? If you have an allergy to Entyvio (vedolizumab) or any part of this medicine. If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have an infection. If you are taking any of these drugs: Adalimumab, certolizumab, etanercept, golimumab, infliximab, or natalizumab. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Entyvio. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Entyvio? Tell all of your health care providers that you take Entyvio. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. You may have more chance of getting an infection. Wash hands often. Stay away from people with infections, colds, or flu. Very bad and sometimes deadly infections can happen with this medicine. Talk with the doctor. Make sure you are up to date with all your vaccines before treatment with Entyvio. Talk with your doctor before getting any vaccines. Use with this medicine may either raise the chance of an infection or make the vaccine not work as well. Some patients have very bad side effects during the infusion. This could happen during the infusion or within many hours after care. Tell your doctor if you have any bad effects during the infusion. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Entyvio while you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Entyvio) best taken? Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. It is given as an infusion into a vein over a period of time. What do I do if I miss a dose? Call your doctor to find out what to do. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Signs of infection like fever, chills, very bad sore throat, ear or sinus pain, cough, more sputum or change in color of sputum, pain with passing urine, mouth sores, or wound that will not heal. Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes. Shortness of breath. Wheezing or coughing. Dizziness. Flushing. A fast heartbeat. A heartbeat that does not feel normal. Very bad headache. A very bad brain problem called progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML) has happened with Entyvio. It may cause disability or can be deadly. Tell your doctor right away if you have signs like confusion, memory problems, low mood (depression), change in the way you act, change in strength on 1 side is greater than the other, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, or change in eyesight. What are some other side effects of Entyvio? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Back pain. Signs of a common cold. Headache. Joint pain. Upset stomach. Nose and throat irritation. Pain in arms or legs. Feeling tired or weak. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Entyvio? If you need to store this medicine at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. This medicine comes with an extra patient fact sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it with care. Read it again each time Entyvio is refilled. If you have any questions about this medicine, please talk with the doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Entyvio (vedolizumab) or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about this medicine. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to Entyvio. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using this medicine. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Entyvio (vedolizumab) Side Effects During Pregnancy Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group Pricing & Coupons En Español 20 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: selective immunosuppressants Consumer resources Entyvio Entyvio (Advanced Reading) Professional resources Entyvio (AHFS Monograph) Related treatment guides Crohn's Disease Ulcerative Colitis Crohn's Disease, Maintenance Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only B Pregnancy Category No proven risk in humans N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Approval History Drug history at FDA Entyvio Rating 20 User Reviews 4.7 /10 20 User Reviews 4.7 Rate it! Manufacturer Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc. Drug Class Selective immunosuppressants Related Drugs Ulcerative Colitis prednisone , Humira , hydrocortisone topical , budesonide , dexamethasone , sulfasalazine , azathioprine , More... 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