How to take LUMRYZ
How to take once-at-bedtime LUMRYZ®
Make LUMRYZ part of your bedtime routine
Watch this step-by-step guide on how to take LUMRYZ
Take 1 premeasured packet once at bedtime for the prescribed dose
LUMRYZ should be taken at least 2 hours after eating to help the medicine absorb into the bloodstream and should be the last thing you do before going to bed.
at your bedside by pouring water, then add 1 premeasured packet into the provided mixing cup. Do not use hot water.
Reminder: If you like, you can mix in a calorie-free drink mix or flavored water, such as Crystal Light® or MiO® Liquid Water Enhancer.
for at least 60 seconds
(1 minute).
your medicine and lie in bed as you may fall asleep quickly.*
Reminder: If you like, you can mix in a calorie-free drink mix or flavored water, such as Crystal Light® or MiO® Liquid Water Enhancer.
After shaking for 60 seconds, drink the liquid. Once you’re done, add more water to the mixing cup and shake well again for 10 seconds, then take what remains of the mixture. After you take your full dose, there will likely be residue inside the mixing cup.
Because of this extended-release formulation, LUMRYZ does not fully dissolve in water and will have a gritty texture even after being shaken thoroughly in the mixing cup.
*Avoid getting out of bed after taking LUMRYZ. Some people fall asleep within 5 minutes of taking LUMRYZ and most will fall asleep within 15 minutes. The time it takes you to fall asleep might be different from night to night.
These instructions are not complete. Please see Instructions for Use for complete administration directions.
LUMRYZ comes in premeasured single-dose packets
Each packet contains your
exact prescribed dose
LUMRYZ comes in 4.5 g, 6 g, 7.5 g, and 9 g packets.
Packets offer simple,
convenient travel
Pack the number of dose packets you will need for your trip.
Extended-release LUMRYZ
is designed to work during
your sleep
The extended-release formulation means you only take it once at bedtime.
“I like the dosing packets for LUMRYZ because I don’t have to measure it myself [or] stress that I got the right amount of medication.”
TYLER
living with narcolepsy and treating with LUMRYZ
Tyler was compensated by Alkermes for his time. Individual results may vary.
Learn more about how to start LUMRYZ
Learn about a $0 co-pay† and other financial support
†This offer is valid only for patients who have commercial insurance and a qualifying LUMRYZ prescription. Offer not valid for patients enrolled in Medicare, Medicaid, or other federal or state healthcare programs. Maximum benefit limits per prescription and annual benefit limits (“Annual Program Maximum”) per individual apply. Patients’ out-of-pocket expenses may vary. Additional terms and conditions apply. Download the full terms and conditions of the co-pay program.
