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How would you adjust the dose of everolimus for tuberous sclerosis in setting of asymptomatic rising liver enzymes, platelets, and lipid counts?

Assuming good control of angioleiomyoma growth.
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If a dose reduction of everolimus is needed because of asymptomatic lab value changes, I usually try reducing the dose by 25% for 2-3 months and then reducing by 50% of the original dose if the labs continue to worsen. A fairly moderate dose reduction is often sufficient and can still maintain effic...

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