JUXTAPID can cause serious side effects, including:

liver problems. See “What is the most important information I should know about JUXTAPID?”
harm to your unborn baby. See “What is the most important information I should know about JUXTAPID?”
gastrointestinal symptoms. Diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, and stomach pain/discomfort are very common with JUXTAPID. Strictly following a low-fat diet may help lower the chance of having these symptoms.
problems absorbing certain nutrients. JUXTAPID may decrease your ability to absorb fat-soluble nutrients such as Vitamin E and fatty acids. You should take supplements each day that contain fat-soluble vitamins. People with bowel or pancreas problems may have an increased chance of not being able to absorb these nutrients. See “How should I take JUXTAPID?”
increased levels of certain blood thinners. JUXTAPID can increase the level of the blood thinner, warfarin. If you take warfarin, your doctor should check your blood clotting times frequently, especially after your dose of JUXTAPID changes.
liver problems caused by certain drugs. Certain medicines can cause liver problems, including isotretinoin, acetaminophen, methotrexate, tetracyclines, and tamoxifen. If you take these medicines with JUXTAPID your doctor may do blood tests more often to check your liver.
The most common side effects of JUXTAPID include:

diarrhea (loose stool)
nausea
vomiting
stomach cramping or pain
indigestion
gas
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

These are not all the possible side effects of JUXTAPID. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

How should I store JUXTAPID?

Store JUXTAPID at room temperature, between 68°F and 77F° (20°C and 25°C).
Keep JUXTAPID in a tightly closed container.
Keep JUXTAPID capsules dry.
Safely throw away medicine that is out of date or no longer needed.
Keep JUXTAPID and all medicines out of the reach of children.

General information about the safe and effective use of JUXTAPID

Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use JUXTAPID for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give JUXTAPID to other people, even if they have the same symptoms you have. It may harm them.

This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about JUXTAPID. If you would like more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your pharmacist or doctor for information about JUXTAPID that is written for healthcare professionals.

For more information, go to www.JUXTAPID.com or call 1-85-JUXTAPID (1-855-898-2743).

What are the ingredients in JUXTAPID?

Active ingredient: lomitapide

Inactive ingredients: pregelatinized starch, sodium starch glycolate, microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate

Capsule shell: The capsule shells of all strengths contain gelatin and titanium dioxide; the 5 mg, 10 mg and 30 mg capsules also contain red iron oxide; and the 30 mg, 40 mg and 60 mg capsules also contain yellow iron oxide. The imprinting ink contain