Eluxadoline

Indications

Eluxadoline is indicated in adults for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).

Pharmacology

Eluxadoline is a mu-opioid receptor agonist, kappa opioid receptor agonist & delta opioid receptor antagonist. Eluxadoline works directly in intestine to reduce peristalsis, also makes the nerves in intestine less sensitive to stimulation.

Dosage & Administration

The recommended dosage in adults is 100 mg twice daily taken with food.

The recommended dosage is 75 mg twice daily taken with food in patients who:
  • are unable to tolerate the 100 mg dose.
  • are receiving concomitant OATP1B1 inhibitors.
  • have mild or moderate hepatic impairment.
Discontinue Eluxadoline in patients who develop severeconstipation.

If a dose is missed, take the next dose at the regular time; do not take 2 doses at once

Interaction

Oral Contraceptive, Cyclosporine, Probenecid, Rosuvastatin.

Contraindications

Known or suspected biliary duct obstruction, sphincter of oddi disease or dysfunction & pancreatitis.

Side Effects

Most common adverse reactions are constipation, nausea and
abdominal pain.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy: Not established.
Lactation: Not established.

Precautions & Warnings

Sphincter of Oddi spasm and Pancreatitis.
Patients who should be monitored closely-
  • without a gallbladder
  • with new or worsening abdominal pain
  • with nausea and vomiting
  • with acute biliary pain
  • with liver or pancreatic enzyme elevation

Use in Special Populations

Pediatric Use: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
Hepatic Impairment: It is contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

Therapeutic Class

Carboxylic acids and derivatives, Prokinetic drugs

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool & dry place, protect from light. Keep out of the reach of children.