Table 1

- Drug manufacturer’s recommendations to reduce risks associated with fingolimod.

Monitoring parameterWhen
BradycardiaAt least 6 hours after first dose
Pulse and blood pressureHourly during observation
Electrocardiograms (ECGs)Prior to dosing and at end of observation
Ophthalmic examinationsBefore and 3–4 months after treatment
Liver transaminase and bilirubin levelsBefore initiation of therapy and within 6 months of initiation
Complete blood cells (CBC)During treatment and for 2 months after discontinuation