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People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Brody started KALYDECO at 6 months old
Watch Alissa and Dan share why starting their son, Brody, on KALYDECO at 6 months old was the right decision for them.
Watch Alissa and Dan share why starting their son, Brody, on KALYDECO at 6 months old was the right decision for them.
View Important Safety Information and full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information, for KALYDECO.
For Kristen and Makson, sticking to a routine works
My son Makson is 7 years old. He loves baseball, karate, fishing, and just being outside.
For Kristen and Makson, sticking to a routine works
My son Makson is 7 years old. He loves baseball, karate, fishing, and just being outside. He also has CF with an R117H mutation and takes KALYDECO.
Makson started KALYDECO when he was 6 years old. I had heard about KALYDECO from other parents of kids with CF, so I decided to talk to Makson's doctor about it. After going through the benefits and risks, we agreed to start.
Since then, KALYDECO has become part of our everyday routine. Maintaining a routine for my children is very important to me, whether it’s homework, eating, or getting outside—so we were able to fit it in pretty smoothly with the rest of Makson’s treatments. He usually takes KALYDECO tablets with peanut butter, his favorite fat-containing food. He’d eat peanut butter with every meal if he could. And now that he’s been taking it for a while, he’ll even remind me, “Mom, it’s time to take my KALYDECO!”
Stacy is passionate about her music and her health
Music has always been a passion of mine, and I enjoy sharing music with others; it comes naturally to me.
Stacy is passionate about her music and her health
Music has always been a passion of mine, and I enjoy sharing music with others; it comes naturally to me. I’ve known I wanted to be a music teacher since I was 9 years old.
I was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis when I was 6 years old; a genetic test showed I had the G551D mutation. I had to make adjustments to my diet and some of my activities, but I’ve tried to never let CF hold me back.
Managing CF can be complex, so it’s really important to have a close relationship with your doctor. During one of my regular appointments with my CF healthcare team, I heard about KALYDECO. I was very interested and started asking my doctor a lot of questions.
My doctor felt it would be a good choice for me, because I have the G551D mutation. Before taking KALYDECO, my doctor and I discussed the possible side effects of KALYDECO, including that KALYDECO can cause serious side effects.
It’s always been important to me to find ways to follow my passion for playing music, while making my health a priority. And that includes taking KALYDECO, along with my other prescribed CF treatments.
Stacy was sponsored by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated to share her story.
Carter stays diligent about taking his KALYDECO
I first heard about KALYDECO from my dad. During one of my appointments, he asked my doctor if I have the G551D mutation.
Carter stays diligent about taking his KALYDECO
I first heard about KALYDECO from my dad. During one of my appointments, he asked my doctor if I have the G551D mutation. My doctor checked and, sure enough, I did. I immediately got excited because of everything my doctor and my dad told me about KALYDECO. My doctor told me about potential side effects and, in the end, my dad and I felt comfortable moving forward with KALYDECO.
When I began taking KALYDECO, my mom helped me get organized and made sure I took it as my doctor had instructed. These days, I stay diligent about my routine and make sure I carve out time for my treatments.
Life with CF can sometimes be challenging, but I stay positive thanks to my relationships and knowing that my friends and family are always there for me.
Amanda teaches Cooper the importance of taking his medicines
Cooper loves doing tae kwon do. He’s one of the youngest and smallest in his class, but he always gets out and does his best.
Amanda teaches Cooper the importance of taking his medicines
Cooper loves doing tae kwon do. He’s one of the youngest and smallest in his class, but he always gets out and does his best. His care team has mentioned that staying active has helped him stay healthy as he continues to grow!
When KALYDECO was approved for Cooper’s gene mutation, we talked to his doctor about the benefits and risks of KALYDECO. We were excited to get him started and believed it would benefit him in the long run. We noticed improvements in sweat chloride levels within the first few weeks, even during the hot Texas summer!
We talk to Cooper every day about the importance of taking his medications and the long-term impact CF can have on his body. Cooper takes both his morning and evening doses with chocolate hazelnut spread, his favorite fat-containing food. Today, taking KALYDECO has become part of our regular routine.
Cooper’s mom, Amanda
Vertex GPS™: Guidance & Patient Support is there for Lily
Lily’s doctors decided KALYDECO would be the best option for her, and we were able to start her on it.
Vertex GPS™: Guidance & Patient Support is there for Lily
Lily’s doctors decided KALYDECO would be the best option for her, and we were able to start her on it. Within a week, we were able to notice changes in Lily. She is diligent about her treatment and sticks to her routine. Lily learned how to take pills in order to take KALYDECO. We’re grateful for KALYDECO.
Vertex GPS™: Guidance & Patient Support has been beyond helpful during our KALYDECO journey. They are always there to help when we have questions about product or insurance support. It makes me feel good knowing they are here to help. Vertex seems to truly care, and that’s a great feeling.
Lily’s mom, Carissa
Kaitlin finds strength in her support system
I have 2 dogs, and I love spending time outdoors with them. I also enjoy kayaking! Being active is a huge part of my life with CF.
Kaitlin finds strength in her support system
I have 2 dogs, and I love spending time outdoors with them. I also enjoy kayaking! Being active is a huge part of my life with CF. My favorite kinds of exercise are running and hot yoga. They help my balance, strength, and mindset.
When I started taking KALYDECO, I noticed a change in my health. My weight increased and my pulmonary function tests improved. Seeing how KALYDECO has impacted my health is my motivation to continue taking it and to further participate in the CF community. It’s so exciting and rewarding to be able to help spread awareness about CF!
I have a pretty amazing support system. My family and friends are nothing short of encouraging. I have been blessed to find a wonderful husband, and he and his family have been so supportive. They all push me to be my best!
KALYDECO fits into my daily routine. I work the night shift as a nurse, and I’ve found that setting an alarm on my phone really helps me step away from whatever I am doing to just grab a snack and take my medication. My favorite thing to take it with is a big spoonful of peanut butter and some nuts, cheese, and dried fruit. I’m so grateful for KALYDECO!
Mark strives to stay strong and active
I have enjoyed most of my life with my wife. I thrive on adventure. I enjoy being outdoors and being active. Life with CF has had its share of challenges.
Mark strives to stay strong and active
I have enjoyed most of my life with my wife. I thrive on adventure. I enjoy being outdoors and being active. Life with CF has had its share of challenges. I have a lot to be thankful for—physicians, nurses, researchers, and many other dedicated professionals who have supported and monitored my health and well-being.
I view myself as a compliant patient. I am a reliable participant, a collaborator prepared for each doctor appointment with information, data, and questions to help manage my health. I always strive to stay strong, and I try to live my life as fully as I can.
Staying healthy isn’t always easy, but taking KALYDECO helps me know that I am doing what I can for my health. I am extremely grateful that KALYDECO is here for me.
Brody started KALYDECO at 6 months old
Watch Alissa and Dan share why starting their son, Brody, on KALYDECO at 6 months old was the right decision for them.
Mark strives to stay strong and active
I have enjoyed most of my life with my wife. I thrive on adventure. I enjoy being outdoors and being active. Life with CF has had its share of challenges.
Kaitlin finds strength in her support system
I have 2 dogs, and I love spending time outdoors with them. I also enjoy kayaking! Being active is a huge part of my life with CF.
Vertex GPS™: Guidance & Patient Support is there for Lily
Lily’s doctors decided KALYDECO would be the best option for her, and we were able to start her on it.
Amanda teaches Cooper the importance of taking his medicines
Cooper loves doing tae kwon do. He’s one of the youngest and smallest in his class, but he always gets out and does his best.
For Kristen and Makson, sticking to a routine works
My son Makson is 7 years old. He loves baseball, karate, fishing, and just being outside.
Stacy is passionate about her music and her health
Music has always been a passion of mine, and I enjoy sharing music with others; it comes naturally to me.
Carter stays diligent about taking his KALYDECO
I first heard about KALYDECO from my dad. During one of my appointments, he asked my doctor if I have the G551D mutation.
Indication
KALYDECO is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) in patients age 4 months and older who have at least one mutation in their CF gene that is responsive to KALYDECO.
Talk to your doctor to learn if you have an indicated CF gene mutation.
It is not known if KALYDECO is safe and effective in children under 4 months of age.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Important safety information
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Before you take KALYDECO, tell your doctor if you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as the dose of KALYDECO may need to be adjusted when taken with certain medications.
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
KALYDECO can cause serious side effects.
High liver enzymes in the blood have been reported in patients receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor will do blood tests to check your liver:
For patients who have had high liver enzymes in the past, the doctor may do blood tests to check the liver more often.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of liver problems:
Abnormality of the eye lens (cataract) has been noted in some children and adolescents receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor should perform eye examinations prior to and during treatment with KALYDECO to look for cataracts.
The most common side effects of KALYDECO include:
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of KALYDECO. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
For further information, please see full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Before you take KALYDECO, tell your doctor if you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as the dose of KALYDECO may need to be adjusted when taken with certain medications.
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
KALYDECO can cause serious side effects.
High liver enzymes in the blood have been reported in patients receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor will do blood tests to check your liver:
For patients who have had high liver enzymes in the past, the doctor may do blood tests to check the liver more often.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of liver problems:
Abnormality of the eye lens (cataract) has been noted in some children and adolescents receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor should perform eye examinations prior to and during treatment with KALYDECO to look for cataracts.
The most common side effects of KALYDECO include:
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of KALYDECO. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
For further information, please see full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Before you take KALYDECO, tell your doctor if you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as the dose of KALYDECO may need to be adjusted when taken with certain medications.
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
KALYDECO can cause serious side effects.
High liver enzymes in the blood have been reported in patients receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor will do blood tests to check your liver:
For patients who have had high liver enzymes in the past, the doctor may do blood tests to check the liver more often.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of liver problems:
Abnormality of the eye lens (cataract) has been noted in some children and adolescents receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor should perform eye examinations prior to and during treatment with KALYDECO to look for cataracts.
The most common side effects of KALYDECO include:
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of KALYDECO. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
For further information, please see full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Indication
KALYDECO is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) in patients age 4 months and older who have at least one mutation in their CF gene that is responsive to KALYDECO.
Talk to your doctor to learn if you have an indicated CF gene mutation.
It is not known if KALYDECO is safe and effective in children under 4 months of age.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Important safety information
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Before you take KALYDECO, tell your doctor if you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as the dose of KALYDECO may need to be adjusted when taken with certain medications.
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
KALYDECO can cause serious side effects.
High liver enzymes in the blood have been reported in patients receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor will do blood tests to check your liver:
For patients who have had high liver enzymes in the past, the doctor may do blood tests to check the liver more often.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of liver problems:
Abnormality of the eye lens (cataract) has been noted in some children and adolescents receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor should perform eye examinations prior to and during treatment with KALYDECO to look for cataracts.
The most common side effects of KALYDECO include:
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of KALYDECO. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
For further information, please see full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Talk to your doctor before taking KALYDECO if you take any of the medicines or supplements listed above.
Before you take KALYDECO, tell your doctor if you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as the dose of KALYDECO may need to be adjusted when taken with certain medications.
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
KALYDECO can cause serious side effects.
High liver enzymes in the blood have been reported in patients receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor will do blood tests to check your liver:
For patients who have had high liver enzymes in the past, the doctor may do blood tests to check the liver more often.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of liver problems:
Abnormality of the eye lens (cataract) has been noted in some children and adolescents receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor should perform eye examinations prior to and during treatment with KALYDECO to look for cataracts.
The most common side effects of KALYDECO include:
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of KALYDECO. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
For further information, please see full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.
Before you take KALYDECO, tell your doctor if you:
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements, as the dose of KALYDECO may need to be adjusted when taken with certain medications.
Especially tell your doctor if you take:
KALYDECO can cause serious side effects.
High liver enzymes in the blood have been reported in patients receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor will do blood tests to check your liver:
For patients who have had high liver enzymes in the past, the doctor may do blood tests to check the liver more often.
Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms of liver problems:
Abnormality of the eye lens (cataract) has been noted in some children and adolescents receiving KALYDECO. Your doctor should perform eye examinations prior to and during treatment with KALYDECO to look for cataracts.
The most common side effects of KALYDECO include:
Tell your doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of KALYDECO. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
For further information, please see full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information.
People with CF pictured may or may not be taking KALYDECO.