You don't have to take Tecfidera with food, but, if you do, it may help with flushing. Be sure not to crush, chew, or sprinkle Tecfidera on food. Swallow it whole and intact. If you have a bottle of Tecfidera that’s been open for more than 90 days, just throw it away.
It's important to protect Tecfidera from light. One way to do this is by storing the capsules in their original bottle. You can also keep a weekly supply of Tecfidera in the pill organizer that you’ll receive when you start Tecfidera. With individual wells for each capsule, the pill organizer can help you remember to take your Tecfidera twice a day.
