Product Name

• Gilenya 0.5 Mg, Immunosuppressant - 28 Capsules

Scientific Name

• Fingolimod Hcl

Category of Gilenya

• Immunosuppressant

Mechanism of action of Fingolimod Hcl

• It binds to the surface of white blood cells (lymphocytes) in the blood, and these cells are then trapped in the lymph glands, which prevents the lymphocytes from crossing into the central nervous system and causing inflammation and damage.

Therapeutic Indications of Gilenya

• Gilenya is used to treat relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS) in adults, and children and adolescents aged 10 years and older.

• Gilenya will not cure MS, it will only decrease the frequency of relapse symptoms.

Method of Administration of Gilenya

• Usual Adult Dose for Multiple Sclerosis:

• 0.5 mg orally once daily

• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects of Gilenya

• Headache
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• High blood pressure
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Gilenya

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advices

• Get enough sleep, Sleep and immunity are closely tied.
• Eat more whole plant foods & healthy fats.
• Eat more fermented foods.
• Limit added sugars.
• Engage in moderate exercise.
• Stay hydrated.
• Manage your stress levels.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Gilenya

• You should not use Gilenya if you have a serious heart condition. This includes severe heart failure, "AV block," sick sinus syndrome (unless you have a pacemaker), taking certain heart rhythm medicines, or a recent heart attack, stroke, chest pain, or other serious heart problem.

• Fingolimod can slow your heart rate. You will receive your first dose in a hospital setting where your heart rhythm can be monitored.

• Gilenya affects your immune system. You may get infections more easily, even serious or fatal infections. Call your doctor if you have a fever, chills, aches, tiredness, vomiting, confusion, neck stiffness, increased sensitivity to light, or problems with speech, thought, vision, or muscle movement.

• Before taking this medicine
  You should not use Gilenya if you are allergic to fingolimod, or if you have certain serious heart conditions, especially:

• severe heart failure (that required you to be in the hospital);

• "AV block" or sick sinus syndrome (unless you have a pacemaker);

• long QT syndrome; or recent (within the past 6 months) heart attack, stroke, "mini-stroke" or TIA, chest pain (unstable angina), or other serious heart problem.

• Some heart rhythm medications can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with fingolimod. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use: amiodarone, disopyramide, dofetilide, flecainide, dronedarone, ibutilide, mexiletine, procainamide, propafenone, quinidine, or sotalol.

• Before you take Gilenya, tell your doctor if you have never had chickenpox or if you have never received a varicella vaccine (Varivax). You may need to receive the vaccine and then wait 1 month before taking this medicine.

Storage Conditions of Gilenya

• Store below 25.
• Don’t freeze.
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. 
• The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Gilenya

• Ask your physician or pharmacist 
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