Before using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy,
or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your
doctor. If you have difficulty swallowing, empty the contents
of the capsule into a glass of water and drink immediately.
DRINKING EXTRA FLUIDS while you are taking this medicine is
recommended. Check with your doctor or nurse for instructions.
IF NAUSEA, VOMITING, OR LOSS OF APPETITE OCCURS, ask your
doctor, nurse, or pharmacist for ways to lessen these effects.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed
container, away from heat, moisture, and light. IF YOU MISS A
DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, skip the missed dose and go back to
your regular dosing schedule. DO NOT take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are
being treated with this medicine. BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL
OR DENTAL TREATMENTS OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or dentist
that you are taking this medicine. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE
MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until
you know how you react to this medicine. Using this medicine
alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your
ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous
tasks. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or
pharmacist. THIS MEDICINE LOWERS YOUR RESISTANCE to infection.
To prevent infection, avoid contact with people who have colds
or other infections. Do not touch your eyes or the inside of
your nose unless you have thoroughly washed your hands first.
THIS MEDICINE MAY REDUCE THE NUMBER OF BLOOD CELLS NEEDED FOR
CLOTTING. To prevent bleeding, avoid situations where bruising
or injury may occur. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE HAVING
IMMUNIZATIONS (VACCINATIONS) while you are using this
medicine. THIS MEDICINE HAS BEEN SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to the
human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with
your doctor the benefits and risks of using this medicine
during pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO
NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include
nausea, loss of appetite, constipation, drowsiness, redness of
the face, or hair loss. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE if you experience skin rash, vomiting, diarrhea,
unusual bruising or bleeding, sores on the mouth or lips,
painful urination, lower back or abdominal pain, blood in the
urine, persistent cough, shortness of breath, difficulty
breathing, fever, chills, or sore throat. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or
pharmacist.
