Before
Using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with
this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you
are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION
may be needed if you are taking cilostazol, diazepam,
digoxin, iron, itraconazole, ketoconazole, sucralfate,
or vitamins with iron. Inform your doctor of any other
medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may
be needed if you have liver disease. Contact your doctor
or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns
about using this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. SWALLOW WHOLE. DO NOT chew, or crush
the capsule. Take this medicine at least 1 hour before
a meal, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. IF
YOU HAVE DIFFICULTY SWALLOWING CAPSULES, you may open
the capsule and sprinkle the contents on 1 tablespoon
of applesauce. Mix the medicine with the applesauce
and swallow immediately. The applesauce should not be
hot and should be soft enough to swallow without chewing.
Discard any uneaten applesauce/medicine mixture. This
medicine may be taken with antacids if your doctor has
instructed you to take antacids. STORE THIS MEDICINE
at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in
a tightly-closed container, away from heat, light, and
moisture. Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F
(15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. IF YOU MISS A DOSE
OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it
is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not
take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription
or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss
with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE
IS EXCRETED in breast-milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING
while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor
or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible
side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include
headache, constipation, cough, or diarrhea. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience throat
pain, chest pain, severe stomach pain, or coffee-ground
vomit. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely,
but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms
of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling,
dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects
not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug
interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact
with each other.
If
you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include confusion, drowsiness, blurred
vision, fast heartbeat, nausea, excessive sweating,
flushing, headache, and dry mouth.
