What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. Follow the directions on the prescription label.
You may take this medicine with food or on an empty stomach. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not
take your medicine more often than directed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 6 years of age for selected conditions,
precautions do apply.
Patients over 65 years old may have a stronger reaction and need a smaller dose.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness
until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an
older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect
of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Your mouth may get dry. Chewing sugarless gum or sucking hard candy, and drinking plenty of water may help.
Contact your doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
This medicine may cause dry eyes and blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses you may feel some discomfort. Lubricating
drops may help. See your eye doctor if the problem does not go away or is severe.
If you are receiving skin tests for allergies, tell your doctor you are using this medicine.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if
they continue or are bothersome):
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly
closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.