ODACTRA- dermatophagoides pteronyssinus and dermatophagoides farinae tablet
ALK-Abello A S
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MEDICATION GUIDE
ODACTRA™ (OH-dack-trah) House Dust Mite (Dermatophagoides farinae and Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus) Allergen Extract Sublingual Tablets |
Carefully read this Medication Guide before you or your child starts taking ODACTRA and each time you get a refill. This Medication Guide does not take the place of talking with your healthcare provider about your or your child’s medical condition or treatment. Talk with your healthcare provider if there is something you do not understand or if you want to learn more about ODACTRA. |
What is the Most Important Information I Should Know about ODACTRA?
ODACTRA can cause severe allergic reactions that may be life-threatening. Stop taking ODACTRA and get medical treatment right away if you or your child has any of the following symptoms after taking ODACTRA:
Talk to your doctor or read the epinephrine patient information if you have any questions about the use of epinephrine. |
What is ODACTRA?
ODACTRA is a prescription medicine used for sublingual (under the tongue) immunotherapy to treat house dust mite allergies that can cause sneezing, runny or itchy nose, stuffy or congested nose, or itchy and watery eyes. ODACTRA may be prescribed for persons 5 through 65 years of age who are allergic to house dust mites. ODACTRA is NOT a medication that gives immediate relief for symptoms of house dust mite allergy. |
Who Should Not Take ODACTRA?
You or your child should not take ODACTRA if you or your child:
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What Should I Tell My Doctor Before Taking ODACTRA?
Your doctor may decide that ODACTRA is not the best treatment if you or your child:
ODACTRA is not indicated for use in children under 5 years of age or adults over 65 years of age. |
Are there any Reasons to Stop Taking ODACTRA?
Stop ODACTRA and contact your doctor if you or your child has any of the following after taking ODACTRA:
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How Should I Take ODACTRA?
Take ODACTRA exactly as your doctor tells you. ODACTRA is a prescription medicine that is placed under the tongue.
If you tolerate the first tablet of ODACTRA, you or your child will continue ODACTRA therapy at home by taking one tablet every day. Children should be given each tablet of ODACTRA by an adult who will watch for any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction. Take ODACTRA every day for as long as your doctor prescribes it, even if you have no allergy symptoms. If you or your child forgets to take ODACTRA, do not take two tablets. Take the next tablet at your normal scheduled time the next day. If you or your child misses more than one dose of ODACTRA, contact your healthcare provider before restarting. You or your child may begin to have relief of your house dust mite allergy symptoms within 2 to 3 months of starting ODACTRA. |
What are the Possible Side Effects of ODACTRA?
The most commonly reported side effects were throat irritation/tickle, itching in the mouth or ears, swelling of the back of the mouth, lips or tongue, tongue pain, nausea, throat swelling, stomach pain, tongue ulcer/sore on the tongue, and mouth ulcer/sore in the mouth, diarrhea, vomiting, and food tastes different. These side effects, by themselves, were not dangerous or life-threatening. Typically, these common side effects begin within the first week of starting ODACTRA and may reoccur for up to two weeks. These common side effects experienced after taking the first tablet typically last up to one hour. ODACTRA can cause severe allergic reactions that may be life-threatening. Symptoms of allergic reactions to ODACTRA include:
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How Should I Store ODACTRA?
Keep ODACTRA out of the reach of children. Throw away any unused ODACTRA after the expiration date which is stated on the carton and blister pack after “EXP.” Store ODACTRA in a dry place at room temperature, 20ºC to 25ºC (68ºF to 77ºF), in the original package. |
General Information about ODACTRA
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Medication Guide. Do not use ODACTRA for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give ODACTRA to other people, even if they have the same symptoms. It may harm them. This Medication Guide summarizes the most important information about ODACTRA. If you would like more information, talk with your doctor. You can ask your doctor or pharmacist for information about ODACTRA that was written for healthcare professionals. For more information, go to: www.ODACTRA.com or call 1-855-782-9323 (toll-free). |
Manufactured for: ALK-Abelló A/S![]() ALK-Abelló A/S, Bøge Allé 6-8, DK-2970 Hørsholm, Denmark U.S. License No. 1292 Manufactured by: Catalent Pharma Solutions Limited, Blagrove, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 8RU UK © 2025 ALK-Abelló A/S All rights reserved. |
This Medication Guide has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Revised: 2/2025