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  • Generic Name: naloxegol tablets
  • Brand Name: Movantik

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Brand Names: Movantik

Generic Name: naloxegol

What is naloxegol (Movantik)?

Naloxegol reduces constipation caused by opioid pain medicine used to treat severe chronic pain. Naloxegol works by treating constipation without reducing the pain-relieving effects of the opioid.

Naloxegol is used in people who have been taking opioid pain medicine for at least 4 weeks, to treat chronic pain that is not caused by cancer.

Naloxegol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of naloxegol (Movantik)?

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • symptoms of opioid withdrawal--anxiety, feeling irritable, sweating, chills, yawning, stomach pain, diarrhea.

Stop taking naloxegol and call your doctor at once if you have:

  • severe stomach pain that will not go away; or
  • severe diarrhea.

Common side effects may include:

  • nausea, vomiting, stomach pain;
  • diarrhea, gas; or
  • headache.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about naloxegol (Movantik)?

You should not use this medicine if you have a blockage in your stomach or intestines.

Tell your doctor if you have symptoms of opioid withdrawal, such as anxiety, feeling irritable, sweating, chills, yawning, stomach pain, and diarrhea.

Stop using naloxegol and call your doctor at once if you have severe stomach pain and/or diarrhea (which can lead to serious medical problems).

Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using. Many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.

Movantik Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking naloxegol (Movantik)?

You should not use naloxegol if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

  • a blockage in your stomach or intestines.

Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with naloxegol. Your doctor may need to change your treatment plan if you also use:

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

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