CAYSTON is a prescription antibacterial medicine used to improve breathing symptoms in people with cystic fibrosis (CF) who have a lung infection due to Read MorePseudomonas aeruginosa (Pa). CAYSTON is not for infections caused by other bacteria or viruses, such as the common cold. It is not known if CAYSTON is safe and effective in children under the age of 7 or in people with FEV₁ <25% or >75% predicted.

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You have been prescribed CAYSTON because you have CF and an infection in your lungs called Pseudomonas aeruginosa (Pa). If you’d like to learn more about Pa, click here.

CAYSTON fights Pseudomonas aeruginosa (Pa) and may fit into your life with little disruption. CAYSTON nebulization time is typically 2-3 minutes,* and is taken 3 times a day, at least 4 hours apart.

Following are important facts about CAYSTON:

Clinical Trial Results

In a clinical trial, patients taking CAYSTON for 28 days reported improved breathing symptoms, such as coughing, wheezing, and mucus production and had an average 10% increase of their starting FEV₁ (L) compared to patients in the placebo group. This difference decreased to about 6% 2 weeks after stopping CAYSTON.

Breathing Symptoms Improvement

CAYSTON provided results that patients felt through improved breathing symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and mucus production.

Lung Function Improvement

CAYSTON provided results doctors measured by improved FEV₁ lung function.

Common Side Effects

The most common side effects of CAYSTON include cough, nasal congestion, wheezing, sore throat, fever (may be more common in children than in adults), chest discomfort, stomach area (abdominal) pain, and vomiting. These are not all the possible side effects of CAYSTON. Please see additional Important Safety Information below.

Portability

The Altera^® Nebulizer System is lightweight and easy to carry (especially if you have a carrying case). This means you can take your CAYSTON on the go without having to alter your daily plans. All you have to do is find a flat, stable surface and sit in a relaxed, upright position.

Fast Treatment Time and Flexible Dosing

CAYSTON nebulization time is typically 2-3 minutes,* and is taken 3 times a day, at least 4 hours apart.

*This does not include setting up, cleaning, and disinfecting your Altera nebulizing equipment.

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Do not take CAYSTON if you are allergic to aztreonam, or any of the ingredients in CAYSTON.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WHO SHOULD NOT TAKE CAYSTON?

Do not take CAYSTON if you are allergic to aztreonam, or any of the ingredients in CAYSTON.

WHAT SHOULD I TELL MY HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE TAKING CAYSTON?

Tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you are allergic to any antibiotics; if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, as it is not known if CAYSTON can harm your unborn baby; if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed, as CAYSTON can pass into your breastmilk. Talk with your healthcare provider about the best way to feed your baby while you are taking CAYSTON.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

WHAT IS CAYSTON?

CAYSTON is a prescription antibacterial medicine used to improve breathing symptoms in people with cystic fibrosis (CF) who have a lung infection due to Pseudomonas aeruginosa (Pa). CAYSTON is not for infections caused by other bacteria or viruses, such as the common cold. It is not known if CAYSTON is safe and effective in children under the age of 7 or in people with FEV₁ <25% or >75% predicted.

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF CAYSTON?

CAYSTON may cause serious side effects, including:

Severe allergic reactions. Stop your treatment with CAYSTON and call your healthcare provider right away if you have any symptoms of an allergic reaction, including rash or swelling of your face, or throat tightness.
Trouble breathing right after treatment with CAYSTON (bronchospasm). Tell your healthcare provider right away if you experience shortness of breath with wheezing, or coughing and chest tightness. To decrease the chance of this happening, be sure to use your inhaled bronchodilator medicine before each treatment with CAYSTON.

The most common side effects of CAYSTON include cough, nasal congestion, wheezing, sore throat, fever, chest discomfort, stomach area pain, and vomiting.

These are not all the possible side effects of CAYSTON. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any new or worsening symptoms while taking CAYSTON and about any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.

YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO REPORT NEGATIVE SIDE EFFECTS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS TO THE FDA. VISIT www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is CAYSTON?

Please see full Prescribing Information, including Patient Information and Patient Instructions for Use.

The information contained on this site is intended for audiences in the United States only. The content on this site may not apply to non-US audiences as regulatory control, legal requirements, and/or medical practices may vary in other countries. CAYSTON, Cayston Access Program, the CAYSTON logo, GILEAD, the GILEAD logo and My Cayston Partner are registered trademarks of Gilead Sciences, Inc. ALTERA is a registered trademark of PARI Pharma GmbH. All other trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective owners. ©2020 Gilead Sciences, Inc. All rights reserved. CAYC0478 07/20

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Fast nebulization and flexible dosing

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WHO SHOULD NOT TAKE CAYSTON?

WHAT SHOULD I TELL MY HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE TAKING CAYSTON?

WHAT IS CAYSTON?

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF CAYSTON?

YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO REPORT NEGATIVE SIDE EFFECTS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS TO THE FDA. VISIT www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WHO SHOULD NOT TAKE CAYSTON?

WHAT SHOULD I TELL MY HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE TAKING CAYSTON?

WHAT IS CAYSTON?

WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS OF CAYSTON?

YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO REPORT NEGATIVE SIDE EFFECTS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUGS TO THE FDA. VISIT www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is CAYSTON?

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