Benadryl Allergy/Cold Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

Warnings:

One ingredient in this product is acetaminophen. Taking too much acetaminophen may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much acetaminophen is safe to take.

Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen without asking your doctor or pharmacist first. Acetaminophen is in many nonprescription and prescription medications (such as pain/fever drugs or cough-and-cold products). Check the labels on all your medicines to see if they contain acetaminophen, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.

Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen (overdose), even if you feel well. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine.

Daily alcohol use, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may damage your liver. Avoid alcohol.

Warnings:

One ingredient in this product is acetaminophen. Taking too much acetaminophen may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much acetaminophen is safe to take.

Do not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen without asking your doctor or pharmacist first. Acetaminophen is in many nonprescription and prescription medications (such as pain/fever drugs or cough-and-cold products). Check the labels on all your medicines to see if they contain acetaminophen, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure.

Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen (overdose), even if you feel well. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, and dark urine.

Daily alcohol use, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may damage your liver. Avoid alcohol.

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Uses

This combination medication is used to temporarily treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, or other breathing illnesses (such as sinusitis, bronchitis). Decongestants help relieve stuffy nose, sinus, and ear congestion symptoms. Acetaminophen (APAP) is a non-aspirin pain reliever and fever reducer. Antihistamines help relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, runny nose, and sneezing.Cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. Do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. Some products (such as long-acting tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about using your product safely.These products do not cure or shorten the length of the common cold and may cause serious side effects. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all dosage directions. Do not use this product to make a child sleepy. Do not give other cough-and-cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also Drug Interactions section). Ask the doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (such as drinking enough fluids, using a humidifier or saline nose drops/spray).

How to use Benadryl Allergy/Cold Tablet

See also Warning section.

If you are taking the over-the-counter product, read and follow all directions on the package label. If your doctor has prescribed this medication for you, take as directed by your doctor. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth with or without food or as directed by your doctor. If stomach upset occurs, it may help to take this medication with food or milk. Drink plenty of fluids when you use this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor. The fluid will help loosen the mucus in your lungs.

If you are using the liquid form of this medication, carefully measure the dose using a special measuring device/spoon. Do not use a household spoon because you may not get the correct dose. If your liquid form is a suspension, shake the bottle well before each dose.

If you are taking the extended-release capsules, swallow them whole. Do not crush or chew extended-release capsules or tablets. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split extended-release tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.

If you are taking the chewable form of this medication, chew it thoroughly before swallowing.

The dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or use it for a longer time than directed. Do not give children medicines labeled only for adults.

Tell your doctor if your condition lasts for more than 1 week, if it gets worse, or if it occurs with headache that doesn’t go away, rash, or fever lasting more than 3 days. These may be symptoms of a serious medical problem and should be checked by a doctor. Depending on the symptoms being treated, you may need to contact your doctor earlier than 1 week, if they last or get worse. Check your specific package label for when to contact your doctor.

Side Effects

See also Warning section.

Drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, upset stomach, nausea, nervousness, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

If your doctor has prescribed this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: mental/mood changes (such as confusion, hallucinations), shaking, trouble urinating, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat, seizure.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Precautions

See also Warning section.

Before taking this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to any of its ingredients; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication: breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema), diabetes, glaucoma, heart problems, high blood pressure, kidney problems, liver disease, seizures, stomach/intestinal problems (such as blockage, constipation, ulcers), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), urination problems (such as trouble urinating due to enlarged prostate, urinary retention).

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or blur your vision. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear vision until you can do it safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Some brands of this product may contain sugar, alcohol, or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence, liver disease, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medication.

Children may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug. In young children, antihistamines may cause agitation/excitement instead of drowsiness.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this drug, especially dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, constipation, trouble urinating, fast/irregular heartbeat, or trouble sleeping. Dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, and confusion can increase the risk of falling.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

This medication may pass into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Interactions

See also Warning section.

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor’s approval.

Some products that may interact with this drug are: ketoconazole, levoketoconazole.

Taking MAO inhibitors with this medication may cause a serious (possibly fatal) drug interaction. Avoid taking MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid, linezolid, metaxalone, methylene blue, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, rasagiline, safinamide, selegiline, tranylcypromine) during treatment with this medication. Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken for two weeks before treatment with this medication. Ask your doctor when to start or stop taking this medication.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other products that cause drowsiness such as opioid pain or cough relievers (such as codeine, hydrocodone), alcohol, marijuana (cannabis), drugs for sleep or anxiety (such as alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle relaxants (such as carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), or other antihistamines (such as cetirizine, diphenhydramine).

The ingredients in this product are available in many prescription and nonprescription products. Check the labels on all your medicines (such as pain/fever drugs, diet aids, or cough-and-cold/allergy products) because they may contain the same or similar ingredients. Using these drugs along with this product could increase side effects (such as fast heartbeat, increased blood pressure, or drowsiness). Ask your pharmacist about using those products safely.

Do not use with any other antihistamines applied to the skin (such as diphenhydramine cream, ointment, spray) because increased side effects may occur.

This medication may interfere with certain lab tests (such as urine drug screening tests, urine 5-HIAA), possibly causing false test results. Make sure lab personnel and all your doctors know you use this drug.

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Overdose

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, agitation, confusion, flushing, hallucinations, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine, seizures. In children, excitement may occur first, and may be followed by: loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, seizures.

Keep all medical and lab appointments.

Do not take this product for several days before allergy testing because test results can be affected.

If you are taking this product on a regular schedule and miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

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acetaminophen and diphenhydramine

What is the most important information I should know about acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

What is the most important information I should know about acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

Use this medicine exactly as directed. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death. Taking too much diphenhydramine can lead to serious heart problems, seizures, coma, or death.

Do not use this medicine to make a child sleepy. This medicine is not for use in anyone younger than 12 years old.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine that may contain acetaminophen or diphenhydramine. Taking too much of either medicine can lead to a fatal overdose.

Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of liver damage while taking acetaminophen.

Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have skin redness or a rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling.

What is acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

What is acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine.

Acetaminophen and diphenhydramine is a combination medicine used to treat occasional insomnia associated with minor aches and pains. This medicine is not for use in treating sleeplessness without pain, or sleep problems that occur often.

Acetaminophen and diphenhydramine is also used to treat minor aches and pains such as headache, back pain, joint or muscle pain, tooth pain, or menstrual cramps.

Acetaminophen and diphenhydramine is also used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose and throat, and pain or fever caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Acetaminophen and diphenhydramine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

Ask a doctor before taking medicine that contains acetaminophen if you have ever had liver disease, or if you drink more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have ever had:

• liver disease;
• an enlarged prostate or urination problems;
• asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, or other breathing disorder;
• glaucoma; or
• a condition for which you take warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven).

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Diphenhydramine may slow breast milk production.

How should I take acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

How should I take acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Acetaminophen and diphenhydramine is only for short-term use until your symptoms clear up.

Do not take more of this medicine than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death. Taking too much diphenhydramine can lead to serious heart problems, seizures, coma, or death.

Acetaminophen and diphenhydramine is not for use in anyone younger than 12 years old. Do not use the medicine to make a child sleepy. Death can occur from the misuse of antihistamines in very young children.

Do not use this medicine for longer than 2 weeks to treat sleep problems, or longer than 7 days to treat cold or allergy symptoms.

Call your doctor if you still have a fever after 3 days, or you still have pain after 10 days (or 5 days if you are 12-17 years old). Also call your doctor if your symptoms get worse, or if you have any redness or swelling.

If you need surgery or medical tests, tell the doctor ahead of time if you have taken this medicine within the past few days.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since acetaminophen and diphenhydramine is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. Skip any missed dose if it’s almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose can be fatal or cause liver damage.

Overdose symptoms may include loss of appetite, vomiting, weakness, confusion, ringing in your ears, upper stomach pain, dark urine, no urination, very dry eyes and mouth, yellowing of your skin or eyes, dilated pupils, fast heartbeats, tremor, agitation, hallucinations, or seizure.

What should I avoid while taking acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

What should I avoid while taking acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine that may contain acetaminophen or diphenhydramine. This includes medicines for pain, fever, swelling, cold/flu symptoms, or anti-itch medicine used on the skin. Using too much acetaminophen or diphenhydramine can lead to a fatal overdose.

Drinking alcohol may increase your risk of liver damage while taking acetaminophen.

What are the possible side effects of acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

What are the possible side effects of acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

In rare cases, acetaminophen may cause a severe skin reaction that can be fatal. This could occur even if you have taken acetaminophen in the past and had no reaction. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have skin redness or a rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling. If you have this type of reaction, you should never again take any medicine that contains acetaminophen.

Stop using the medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

• severe drowsiness;
• painful or difficult urination; or
• liver problems –loss of appetite, stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, itching, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Common side effects may include:

• drowsiness;
• constipation;
• decreased urination;
• dry eyes, blurred vision; or
• dry mouth, nose, or throat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

What other drugs will affect acetaminophen and diphenhydramine?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using acetaminophen and diphenhydramine with any other medicines, especially drugs that can cause drowsiness (such as opioid medication, sleep medicine, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures). Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here.

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American doctors ask to ban “Theraflu” and “Tylenol” as useless. These world-famous cold and flu cures have proven to be empty shells. 12/27/2022, Sputnik Azerbaijan

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BAKU, Dec 27 – Sputnik. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been asked to ban the sale of the drugs Benadryl, Mucinex, Theraflu and Tylenol, which contain the substance phenylephrine. Studies have shown that these drugs are placebos, since their medicinal efficacy has not been proven, and their existence is due mainly to the success of sales, according to The Wall Street Journal. Millions of people take these drugs or their analogues – tablets, syrups and liquids, which contain phenylephrine is a component that relieves nasal congestion. The substance itself is safe, but at least four studies have shown that drugs based on it do not relieve nasal congestion. Phenylephrine was first approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 1938 year. Forty years later, the substance was included in the list of over-the-counter drugs. At the beginning of this century, doctors began to sound the alarm, as they noticed its ineffectiveness. Research on controversial drugs continued for several decades, and since then at least four detailed analyzes have been published. In one of them, the experts found that even three times the increased doses did not give any effect. All studies have shown that phenylephrine is no more effective than placebo in relieving nasal congestion. Due to the fact that phenylephrine is metabolized in the intestines and liver, phenylephrine cannot enter the blood in sufficient quantities and therefore cannot enter the nose and relieve congestion, according to doctors and pharmacists. In 2015, scientists from the University of Florida who evaluated trials of the pills, petitioned the FDA to remove phenylephrine from its list of approved over-the-counter drugs. In 2016, the agency said it was considering the request but was unable to make a decision as it required “thorough study and analysis”. Since the issue was not in the area of ​​safety, and the likelihood of harm to patients was very low, the sanitation department did not take any action. In addition, at the same time, drug sellers began to resent, demanding that drugs remain on the market. Most recently, American doctors and pharmacists, citing research results, including the US Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Clinical Pharmacy, announced that the sale of this drugs should be banned. Whether the popular Theraflu and Tylenol will disappear from our pharmacies is not yet known. But such a decision is expected in the American pharmaceutical market. In the meantime, people continue to take these drugs. According to data published in 2020 in JAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, phenylephrine is an ingredient in over 260 oral medications to treat cough and flu symptoms. Last year, according to research firm IRI, sales of such drugs brought in about $5 billion to manufacturers.

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BAKU, Dec 27 – Sputnik. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been asked to ban the sale of the drugs Benadryl, Mucinex, Theraflu, and Tylenol, which contain the substance phenylephrine. Studies have shown that these drugs are placebos, since their medical effectiveness has not been proven, and their existence is due mainly to the success of sales, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Millions of people take these medicines or their analogues – tablets, syrups and liquids that contain phenylephrine, an ingredient that relieves nasal congestion. The substance itself is safe, but at least four studies have shown that drugs based on it do not relieve nasal congestion.

Phenylephrine was first approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in 1938. Forty years later, the substance was included in the list of over-the-counter drugs. At the beginning of this century, doctors began to sound the alarm, as they noticed its inefficiency.

Research into controversial drugs has been ongoing for decades, and at least four detailed analyzes have been published since. In one of them, the experts found that even three times the increased doses did not give any effect. All studies have shown that phenylephrine is no more effective than placebo in relieving nasal congestion. According to doctors and pharmacists, due to the fact that phenylephrine is metabolized in the intestines and liver, it cannot get into the blood in sufficient quantities and therefore cannot get into the nose and relieve congestion.

In 2015, researchers at the University of Florida evaluating pill trials petitioned the FDA to remove phenylephrine from its list of approved over-the-counter drugs. In 2016, the agency said it was considering the request but was unable to make a decision as it required “thorough study and analysis”. Since the issue was not in the area of ​​safety, and the likelihood of harm to patients was very low, the sanitation department did not take any action. In addition, at the same time, drug sellers became indignant, demanding that the drugs remain on the market.

More recently, US physicians and pharmacists, citing research findings including the US Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology and the American College of Clinical Pharmacy, have stated that the sale of this drug should be banned. Whether the popular Theraflu and Tylenol will disappear from our pharmacies is not yet known. But such a decision is expected in the American pharmaceutical market.

In the meantime, people continue to take these drugs. According to data published in 2020 in JAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, phenylephrine is included in more than 260 oral medications to treat cough and flu symptoms. Last year, according to research firm IRI, sales of such drugs brought in about $5 billion to manufacturers.

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What is this drug used for?

• The drug is used to treat blockage of the nasal valve.
• It is used to relieve the symptoms of allergies.
• It is used to relieve pain and reduce high fever.

What should I tell my doctor BEFORE taking this drug?

• If you have an allergy to this drug, any of its ingredients, other drugs, foods or substances. Tell your doctor about your allergies and how they have manifested.
• If you have liver disease.
• If you have taken medications for depression or Parkinson’s disease in the past 14 days. These include isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, selegiline, or rasagiline. An episode of very high blood pressure may occur.
• If you are taking any of the following drugs: linezolid or methylene blue.

This list of drugs and conditions that may interfere with this drug is not exhaustive.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all medicines you take (both prescription and over-the-counter, natural products and vitamins) and any health problems you have. You need to make sure that this drug is safe for your conditions and in combination with other drugs you are already taking. Do not start or stop taking any drug or change the dosage without your doctor’s advice.

What do I need to know or do while taking this drug?

• Tell all your health care workers that you are taking this drug. These are doctors, nurses, pharmacists and dentists.
• Do not take the drug in higher doses than prescribed by your doctor. Taking more than the prescribed amount of the drug increases the risk of serious side effects.
• Do not take this drug for longer than the length of time your doctor has prescribed.
• Avoid driving and other activities that require increased attention until you see how this drug affects you.
• Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this drug.
• Check with your doctor before using marijuana, other forms of cannabis, or prescription or over-the-counter drugs that can slow you down.
• Do not use with other products containing diphenhydramine.
• It is not recommended to use other medicines containing acetaminophen. Carefully study the instructions for medicines. Taking acetaminophen in excessive amounts can lead to liver problems.
• This medicine contains acetaminophen. During the use of acetaminophen, liver disorders were recorded. In some cases, these disorders have required liver transplantation or have resulted in death. The majority of liver problems occurred in patients taking more than 4,000 milligrams (mg) of acetaminophen per day. Often, patients used not 1, but several drugs containing acetaminophen.
• Follow the instructions exactly. Do not exceed your daily dose of acetaminophen. If you are not sure what your daily dose of acetaminophen is, ask your doctor or pharmacist for it. Some people may take this drug in doses up to 4,000 milligrams (mg) per day as directed by their doctor. Some patients (eg, those with liver disease and children) require a dose reduction of acetaminophen. If you have exceeded your daily dose of acetaminophen, contact your doctor immediately, even if you do not feel worse.
• This drug may affect the results of some lab tests. Tell all your health care workers and laboratory staff that you are taking this drug.
• If you have phenylketonuria, talk to your doctor. Some foods contain phenylalanine.
• Tell your doctor if you are on a low-sodium or salt-free diet. Some of these drugs contain sodium.
• If the patient is a child, use this drug with caution. In children, the risk of excitability may be higher.
• Doses of this drug indicated for use in children may vary by brand. Talk to your doctor before giving this drug to a child.
• If you are 65 years of age or older, use this drug with caution. You may experience more side effects.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. The benefits and risks for you and your child will need to be discussed.

What side effects should I report to my doctor immediately?

WARNING. In rare cases, this drug can cause serious and sometimes deadly side effects in some patients. Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that could be associated with serious side effects:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, hives, itching, red and swollen skin with blisters or peeling, possibly accompanied by fever, wheezing or wheezing, tightness in the chest or throat, difficulty breathing, swallowing or speaking, unusual hoarseness, swelling in the mouth, face, lips, tongue or throat.
• Signs of liver problems such as dark urine, fatigue, lack of appetite, nausea or abdominal pain, light-colored stools, vomiting, yellowing of the skin or eyes.
• Difficulty urinating or a change in the amount of urine produced.
• Possible severe skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis). This can lead to severe health problems, which can be permanent, and sometimes death. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms such as redness, swelling of the skin with blistering or peeling (with or without fever), redness or irritation of the eyes, and sores in the mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.

What are some other side effects of this drug?

Any medicine can have side effects. However, for many people, side effects are either minor or non-existent. Contact your doctor or seek medical attention if these or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

• Feeling dizzy or sleepy.
• Nervous tension and agitation.
• Sleep disorders.

This list of possible side effects is not exhaustive. If you have any questions about side effects, please contact your doctor. Talk to your doctor about side effects.

You can report side effects to the National Health Board.

You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You can also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

What is the best way to take this drug?

Use this drug as directed by your doctor. Read all the information provided to you. Strictly follow all instructions.

All forms:

• Take with or without food. Take with food if medicine causes nausea.

Liquid:

• Liquid doses should be measured with caution. Use the dispenser that comes with the medication. If the dispenser is not provided in the package, ask the pharmacist for a dosing agent for this drug.

Powder:

• Dissolve 1 sachet in hot water. Drink the drink in small sips until cool.
• If using a microwave, dissolve 1 sachet in cold water. Reheat in the microwave. Avoid overheating. Shake before and after reheating.

Capsules:

• Do not remove foil from capsule until use. Place the capsule in the coffee maker. Pour at least 240 ml (8 oz) of water. After the coffee maker is finished, the capsule may be hot and leak. Be careful when using.
• Drink the drink in small sips until cool. The drink must be drunk within 10-15 minutes after preparation.
• Use only the recommended type of coffee maker. If you are not sure which type of coffee maker you should use, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

What if I miss a dose of a drug?

• If you take the drug regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you can.
• If it’s time for your next dose, don’t take the missed dose and then go back to your regular dosing schedule.
• Do not take 2 doses or an additional dose at the same time.
• In most cases, this drug is used as needed. Do not take the drug more often than prescribed by your doctor.

How do I store and/or discard this drug?

All forms:

• Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not store in the bathroom.
• Keep out of the heat.
• Keep all medicines in a safe place. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.
• Dispose of unused or expired drugs. Do not empty into a toilet or sewer unless instructed to do so. If you have any questions about disposing of medicines, ask your pharmacist. Drug recycling programs may be in place in your area.

Capsules:

• Store in a protective bag until use.

General information about drugs

• If your health does not improve or even worsens, see your doctor.
• Do not give your medicine to anyone and do not take other people’s medicines.
• Some medicines may come with other patient information leaflets. If you have questions about this drug, talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care professional.
• Some medicines may come with other patient information leaflets. Check with your pharmacist. If you have questions about this drug, talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care professional.
• If you think you have overdosed, call a poison control center or get medical help right away. Be prepared to tell or show what drug you took, how much, and when it happened.

Consumer Use of Information and Limitation of Liability

This summary information includes a summary of the diagnosis, treatment, and/or drug product. It is not intended to be a comprehensive source of data and should be used as a tool to help the user understand and/or evaluate potential diagnostic and treatment options. It does NOT include all information about conditions, treatments, medications, side effects, or risks that may apply to a particular patient. It should not be considered medical advice or a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by a physician based on a medical examination and assessment of the patient’s specific and unique circumstances. Patients should consult with their physician for full information about their health, medical issues, and treatment options, including any risks or benefits regarding the use of medications.