Taking JYNARQUE® (tolvaptan) When You’re Sick

It is important for the health of your kidneys that you take your JYNARQUE® as directed every day, but in times of illness, you may find it more difficult to take your medications. During minor illnesses such as cold or a sinus infection, you should still take your doses of JYNARQUE® unless told otherwise by your doctor.

If you are ever sick with an illness that causes vomiting and/or diarrhea, you should not take your JYNARQUE® dose in order to avoid a higher risk of dehydration. Contact your doctor if you feel that you need to skip more than a couple doses of JYNARQUE®.

Lifestyle Recommendations

Other ways to manage your ADPKD and improve your overall wellbeing include:

Regular Exercise

Try to exercise with low-impact activities such as walking, swimming, or biking as often as you can

Gardening and doing housework are also good ways to stay active

Stop Smoking

If you are a smoker, talk to your doctor about ways to quit

Smoking can speed up your decline in kidney function and puts you at an increased risk of cancer

Limit Alcohol

Try to be alcohol-free most days of the week

On days when you do consume alcohol, limit the number of drinks to 1 for women and 2 for men