Dosing
Because TAFINLAR + MEKINIST is a combination treatment of 2 different medications with different strengths, it’s very important to understand how to take it the right way.
The recommended dosage of TAFINLAR + MEKINIST is 2 capsules of TAFINLAR (the dark pink capsule) twice a day (4 capsules each day) + 1 tablet of MEKINIST (the light pink circular tablet) once a day (1 tablet each day).
It’s recommended that you take the TAFINLAR doses about 12 hours apart. Since TAFINLAR + MEKINIST is an oral treatment, you’ll take it by mouth—at least 1 hour before or at least 2 hours after eating.
Do not open, crush, or break TAFINLAR capsules.
12-HOUR INTERVAL BETWEEN TAFINLAR DOSES
AND
Take MEKINIST at the same time each day with either the morning dose or evening dose of TAFINLAR
Capsules and tablet shown are not actual size or likeness.
Missed a dose of TAFINLAR + MEKINIST?
If you miss a dose of TAFINLAR and/or MEKINIST—don’t panic. Take it as soon as you remember.
However, DO NOT make up for the missed dose if:
It is important that you understand and follow your health care provider’s directions for taking TAFINLAR + MEKINIST. Do not change your dose or stop taking TAFINLAR or MEKINIST unless your health care provider tells you to do so.
Storing TAFINLAR + MEKINIST
TAFINLAR
Store TAFINLAR at room temperature, between 68 °F and 77 °F
Keep TAFINLAR and the drying agent (desiccant) in the original bottle to protect from moisture
MEKINIST
Store MEKINIST in the refrigerator between 36 °F and 46 °F
Keep MEKINIST dry and away from moisture and light
The bottle of MEKINIST contains a packet that helps keep your medicine dry. Do not throw away this packet
Keep MEKINIST in the original bottle. Do not place tablets in a pill box
Safely throw away MEKINIST that is expired or no longer needed
