Hyftor
Hyftor 10GM of 0.2%
What is Hyftor?
Hyftor (sirolimus) is a topical formulation used for treating facial angiofibromas in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) aged 6 years and older. This medication inhibits mTOR signaling, thus reducing the size and redness of facial nodules associated with TSC, improving skin appearance and patient quality of life.Side Effects
- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Chest pain, trouble breathing
Warnings
- Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined. Tell your doctor if you have skin infection at the affected areas.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Serious infections, including progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)Increased risk of cancer, including lymphoma and skin cancerLung or breathing problems, including interstitial lung disease, pneumonitis, pulmonary fibrosis
- This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing, including a hat and sunglasses.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with 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. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 12 weeks after the last dose.
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- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Chest pain, trouble breathing
- Confusion, weakness, seizures, problems with thinking or walking
- Blemishes on the skin, pimples, dry skin
- Sores, reddish patch or irritated area, shiny bump, or pink growth on the skin
- Burning, itching, redness, or stinging of the skin
- Redness of the eye
- Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined. Tell your doctor if you have skin infection at the affected areas.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Serious infections, including progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML)Increased risk of cancer, including lymphoma and skin cancerLung or breathing problems, including interstitial lung disease, pneumonitis, pulmonary fibrosis
- This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing, including a hat and sunglasses.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with 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. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 12 weeks after the last dose.
- Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
- This medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
- Tell your doctor if you have high cholesterol.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
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Hyftor 10GM of 0.2%
What is Hyftor ?
Hyftor (sirolimus) is a topical formulation used for treating facial angiofibromas in patients with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) aged 6 years and older. This medication inhibits mTOR signaling, thus reducing the size and redness of facial nodules associated with TSC, improving skin appearance and patient quality of life.
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