How to take ozanimod

ozanimod (ozanimod) is available in 7-day initial packs containing capsules of different colors and strengths Patients should follow the dosing schedule prescribed by your doctor. This may reduce the risk of side effects. Before initiating treatment with ozanimod, evaluation for events such as a complete blood count, electrocardiogram, liver function tests, and ophthalmologic testing should be performed.

The use of Ozamod is carried out in a 7-day titration manner. After the initial dose is gradually increased, the recommended dose of Ozamod in the treatment of adults with multiple sclerosis (MS) and ulcerative colitis (UC) is 0.92 mg, which is taken orally once a day starting from the 8th day. On days 1 to 4, patients take 0.23 mg orally once a day; on days 5 to 7, patients take 0.46 mg once a day; on days 8 and beyond, patients take 0.92 mg once a day. For patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class A or B), 0.92 mg of Ozamod should be taken every other day. If a dose of Ozamod is missed during the first 2 weeks of treatment, restart treatment using a titration schedule; if a dose of Ozamod is missed after the first 2 weeks of treatment, continue treatment as planned.

The original drug Ozamod has been launched in China, but it has been on the market for a short time and has not been included in the medical insurance. The specific price is not yet clear, and domestic purchase channels are relatively difficult. The price of Ozamod original drug specifications0.92*28 capsules per box listed overseas may be around 19,000 yuan (the price may fluctuate due to the exchange rate), which is expensive. There are currently no generic Ozamod drugs on the market. For more drug information and specific prices, please consult Yaode Medical Consultants.