The recommended dose of Ibsrela (Tenapanor) is 50 mg (one tablet) taken by mouth, twice a day. It should be taken immediately before eating breakfast or the first meal of the day, and again immediately before dinner. Swallow the tablets whole with some water. Do not crush or chew the tablets.
Ibsrela (Tenapanor) is most effective when it is taken right before you start eating.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to take Ibsrela (Tenapanor) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Ibsrela (Tenapanor) at room temperature, in its original bottle, and protect it from light and moisture. Keep it out of the reach of children.
What form(s) does Ibsrela (Tenapanor) come in?
Each tablet contains 50 mg of Ibsrela (Tenapanor) as Ibsrela (Tenapanor) hydrochloride. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, hypromellose, low- substituted hydroxypropyl cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, propyl gallate, stearic acid, tartaric acid, titanium dioxide, and triacetin.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.