BOSULIF® Instructions For Use
(bosutinib)
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BOSULIF (BAH-su-lif)
(bosutinib)
capsules
This Instructions for Use contains information on how to prepare and give a dose of BOSULIF capsules by opening the capsules and mixing the contents with applesauce or yogurt for people who cannot swallow capsules whole. Read this Instructions for Use before you prepare or give the first dose of BOSULIF, and each time you get a refill. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Important information you need to know before preparing a dose of BOSULIF capsules:
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- BOSULIF capsules can be opened and the capsules contents mixed with room temperature applesauce or yogurt.
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- Only use applesauce or yogurt. Do not mix BOSULIF with other foods.
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- Swallow all of the mixture right away, without chewing. Do not store the mixture for later use.
- •
- If you do not swallow the entire BOSULIF mixture, do not mix another dose. Wait until the next day to take your regularly scheduled dose.
- •
- Take the BOSULIF mixture with a full meal.
Preparing a dose of BOSULIF capsules:
Gather the following supplies:
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- BOSULIF capsules
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- small, clean container
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- yogurt or applesauce
- •
- teaspoon for mixing
- •
- disposable gloves
Giving a dose of BOSULIF capsules:
Step 1: Choose a clean, flat work surface. Place all supplies on the work surface.
Step 2: Wash and dry your hands well.
Step 3: Put on disposable gloves
Step 4: Get the prescribed number of BOSULIF capsule(s) needed to prepare the dose.
Step 5: Add the amount of applesauce or yogurt needed for the prescribed dose to the container.
Dose | Amount of Applesauce or Yogurt |
100 mg | 10 mL (2 teaspoons) |
150 mg | 15 mL (3 teaspoons) |
200 mg | 20 mL (4 teaspoons) |
250 mg | 25 mL (5 teaspoons) |
300 mg | 30 mL (6 teaspoons) |
350 mg | 30 mL (6 teaspoons) |
400 mg | 35 mL (7 teaspoons) |
450 mg | 40 mL (8 teaspoons) |
500 mg | 45 mL (9 teaspoons) |
550 mg | 45 mL (9 teaspoons) |
600 mg | 50 mL (10 teaspoons) |
Step 6: Carefully open each of the BOSULIF capsule(s) needed for the dose and empty the entire contents into the applesauce or yogurt. Mix the entire capsule contents with the applesauce or yogurt in the container.
Step 7: Swallow all of the mixture right away, without chewing.
Step 8: Dispose of (throw away) the empty BOSULIF capsule shell(s) in the household trash.
Step 9: Wash teaspoon and the container with soap and warm water.
Step 10: Remove disposable gloves and throw them away in the household trash.
Step 11: Wash and dry your hands.
How should I store BOSULIF capsules?
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- Store BOSULIF at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
- •
- Store the BOSULIF capsules in the original bottle.
- •
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the right way to throw away outdated or unused BOSULIF.
Keep BOSULIF and all medicines out of the reach of children.
LAB-0639-13.0
For more information, go to www.Bosulif.com or www.pfizermedicalinformation.com or call 1-800-438-1985.
This Instructions for Use has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Issued: 9 2023
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Instructions For Use
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BOSULIF (BAH-su-lif)
(bosutinib)
capsules
This Instructions for Use contains information on how to prepare and give a dose of BOSULIF capsules by opening the capsules and mixing the contents with applesauce or yogurt for people who cannot swallow capsules whole. Read this Instructions for Use before you prepare or give the first dose of BOSULIF, and each time you get a refill. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Important information you need to know before preparing a dose of BOSULIF capsules:
- •
- BOSULIF capsules can be opened and the capsules contents mixed with room temperature applesauce or yogurt.
- •
- Only use applesauce or yogurt. Do not mix BOSULIF with other foods.
- •
- Swallow all of the mixture right away, without chewing. Do not store the mixture for later use.
- •
- If you do not swallow the entire BOSULIF mixture, do not mix another dose. Wait until the next day to take your regularly scheduled dose.
- •
- Take the BOSULIF mixture with a full meal.
Preparing a dose of BOSULIF capsules:
Gather the following supplies:
- •
- BOSULIF capsules
- •
- small, clean container
- •
- yogurt or applesauce
- •
- teaspoon for mixing
- •
- disposable gloves
Giving a dose of BOSULIF capsules:
Step 1: Choose a clean, flat work surface. Place all supplies on the work surface.
Step 2: Wash and dry your hands well.
Step 3: Put on disposable gloves
Step 4: Get the prescribed number of BOSULIF capsule(s) needed to prepare the dose.
Step 5: Add the amount of applesauce or yogurt needed for the prescribed dose to the container.
Dose | Amount of Applesauce or Yogurt |
100 mg | 10 mL (2 teaspoons) |
150 mg | 15 mL (3 teaspoons) |
200 mg | 20 mL (4 teaspoons) |
250 mg | 25 mL (5 teaspoons) |
300 mg | 30 mL (6 teaspoons) |
350 mg | 30 mL (6 teaspoons) |
400 mg | 35 mL (7 teaspoons) |
450 mg | 40 mL (8 teaspoons) |
500 mg | 45 mL (9 teaspoons) |
550 mg | 45 mL (9 teaspoons) |
600 mg | 50 mL (10 teaspoons) |
Step 6: Carefully open each of the BOSULIF capsule(s) needed for the dose and empty the entire contents into the applesauce or yogurt. Mix the entire capsule contents with the applesauce or yogurt in the container.
Step 7: Swallow all of the mixture right away, without chewing.
Step 8: Dispose of (throw away) the empty BOSULIF capsule shell(s) in the household trash.
Step 9: Wash teaspoon and the container with soap and warm water.
Step 10: Remove disposable gloves and throw them away in the household trash.
Step 11: Wash and dry your hands.
How should I store BOSULIF capsules?
- •
- Store BOSULIF at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
- •
- Store the BOSULIF capsules in the original bottle.
- •
- Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the right way to throw away outdated or unused BOSULIF.
Keep BOSULIF and all medicines out of the reach of children.
LAB-0639-13.0
For more information, go to www.Bosulif.com or www.pfizermedicalinformation.com or call 1-800-438-1985.
This Instructions for Use has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Issued: 9 2023
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