Proper Use

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Take this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.

This medicine comes with a patient information leaflet. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions.

Take the tablet at about the same time each day, with or without food.

Use this medicine within 7 days from the start of your menstrual period.

You may receive other medicines (eg, calcium or vitamin D supplements) to help reduce bone loss.

Take this medicine at least 6 hours before taking other medicines called P-gp inhibitors. Ask your doctor about these medicines.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

  • For oral dosage form (tablet):
    • For heavy menstrual bleeding caused by uterine fibroids and moderate to severe pain caused by endometriosis:
      • Adults—One tablet once a day for up to 24 months. Each tablet contains 40 milligrams (mg) relugolix, 1 mg estradiol, and 0.5 mg norethindrone.
      • Children—Use and dose must be determined.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Portions of this document last updated: April 01, 2024

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