Mytesi
(crofelemer)
Relieves diarrhea in people with HIV.
Our bottom line
Mytesi (crofelemer) relieves diarrhea in people with HIV without interacting with HIV medications, but is brand only so it may be expensive.
- Drug class: gastrointestinal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Upsides
- Doesn't cause constipation like other antidiarrheal medications can.
- Is a good option if other antidiarrheal medications have not worked for you.
- You only have to take this medication twice a day. Other antidiarrheal medications could require you to take it 3 to 4 times a day.
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Download Fact SheetDownsides
- If you don't have HIV, there are better medicines for your diarrhea.
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Download Fact SheetMytesi (crofelemer) normalizes the flow of water in your intestines to stop dehydration caused by diarrhea.
- Drug class: gastrointestinal
- Rx status: Prescription only
- Generic status: No lower cost generic available
Used for
- Diarrhea in HIV
Dosage forms
- Pill
Prices and coupons
Skip prices section. Skip to what to expect section.- Medicine ShoppeGet free coupon$686.92
- Kroger PharmacyGet free coupon$690.39
What to expect when you take Mytesi (crofelemer) for Diarrhea in HIV
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- Effectiveness
- Starts to kick inFull effects
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- Possible side effects
- Common cold
- Lung inflammation
- Cough
- Gas
- Raised liver function tests
- Joint pain
Side effect rates for Mytesi (crofelemer)
Risks and Warnings for Mytesi (crofelemer)
Skip risks section. Skip to common concerns section.Mytesi (crofelemer) is not used to treat diarrhea caused by infections. Taking Mytesi (crofelemer) if your diarrhea is due to a stomach infection, it may make your infection worse. Your doctor will make sure you don't have a stomach or intestinal infection first. If your diarrhea doesn't get better within the first few days of Mytesi (crofelemer), talk to your doctor.
Common concerns from people taking Mytesi (crofelemer)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- Eating foods that are easy to digest can help stomach pain. These include bananas, rice, wheat, potatoes, crackers, soup, and boiled vegetables.