Rafen

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Ibuprofen

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Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets

Pronunciation: dox-AZ-oh-sin
Generic Name: Doxazosin
Brand Name: Cardura XL

Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets are used for:

It may be used for treating symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Treating certain conditions as determined by your doctor.

Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets are an alpha-blocker. It works by relaxing muscles in the prostate and bladder to improve the flow of urine.

Do NOT use Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient of Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets or to similar medicines (eg, prazosin, terazosin)


• you have severe liver problems

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets:

Some medical conditions may interact with Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have a history of prostate cancer, kidney or liver problems, or high or low blood pressure


• if you have a history of stomach or bowel problems (eg, short bowel syndrome, narrowing, blockage, severe or chronic constipation)


• if you have a history of heart problems (eg, heart failure, angina) or you have had a heart attack within the past 6 months


• if you will be having eye surgery

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any of the following medicines.

• Phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE5) inhibitors (eg, sildenafil, vardenafil) because severe low blood pressure may occur


• Anticholinergics (eg, benzotropine), clarithromycin, HIV protease inhibitors (eg, ritonavir), itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, telithromycin, or voriconazole because they may increase the risk of Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets's side effects

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets:

Use Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets by mouth with breakfast.


• Swallow Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.


• Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets works best if it is taken at the same time each day.


• Continue to take Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.


• If you miss a dose of Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets, 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.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets.

Important safety information:

• Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets may cause drowsiness or dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.


• Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure after the first dose. These effects will more likely occur after the first few doses or if your dose has increased, but can occur at any time while you are taking Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets. If can also occur if you stop taking the medicine and then restart treatment.


• Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.


• Before drinking alcohol, discuss it with your doctor. Alcohol may worsen dizziness and lightheadedness.


• Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets may rarely cause a prolonged, painful erection. This could happen even when you are not having sex. If this is not treated right away, it could lead to permanent sexual problems such as impotence. Contact your doctor right away if this happens.


• You may notice the tablet shell in your stool. This is normal and not a cause for concern.


• Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery (including eye surgery).


• Lab tests, including blood pressure, may be performed while you use Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• Use Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially low blood pressure.


• Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets while you are pregnant. It is not known if Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets are found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets.

Possible side effects of Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Dizziness; drowsiness; headache; heartburn; lightheadedness; stomach upset; weakness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; painful or difficult urination; prolonged, painful erection; severe or prolonged dizziness or headache; shortness of breath; swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet; vision changes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

See also: Doxazosin side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include severe dizziness, drowsiness, or lightheadedness.

Proper storage of Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets:

Store Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets out of reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets are to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• If using Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets for an extended period of time, obtain refills before your supply runs out.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Doxazosin Extended-Release Tablets. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Nycex

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In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

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Tosylchloramide Sodium

Tosylchloramide Sodium is reported as an ingredient of Nycex in the following countries:

• Australia

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Loion

Loion may be available in the countries listed below.

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Nitroglycerin

Nitroglycerin is reported as an ingredient of Loion in the following countries:

• Germany

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Leeflox

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Levofloxacin

Levofloxacin is reported as an ingredient of Leeflox in the following countries:

• India

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Paxera

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Paroxetine

Paroxetine is reported as an ingredient of Paxera in the following countries:

• Turkey

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Fenoterolo

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Fenoterol

Fenoterolo (DCIT) is also known as Fenoterol (Rec.INN)

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DCIT	Denominazione Comune Italiana
Rec.INN	Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)

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Egen

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Gentamicin

Gentamicin sulfate (a derivative of Gentamicin) is reported as an ingredient of Egen in the following countries:

• Bangladesh

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Deconsal Pediatric

Generic Name: guaifenesin and phenylephrine (gwye FEN e sin and FEN il EFF rin)

Brand Names: Aldex G, Aquatab D, Crantex, D-Phen 1000, D-Tab, Deconex, Deconsal II, Deconsal Pediatric, Despec, Donatussin Drops, Duomax, Duraphen 1000, Duraphen II, Duratuss, Dynex LA, ExeTuss, Extendryl G, Fenesin PE IR, Genexa LA, Gentex LA, Gilphex TR, Guaiphen-D 1200, Guaiphen-D 600, Guaiphen-PD, Guiadex PD, Guiatex PE, J-Max, Liquibid D-R, Liquibid-D, Liquibid-PD, Lusonex, Maxiphen, Medent-PE, MontePhen, Mucinex Children's Cold, Mucus Relief Sinus, Mydex, Nariz, Nasex, Nescon-PD, Nexphen PD, Norel EX, PE-Guai, Pendex, Prolex D, Refenesen PE, Reluri, Rescon-GG, Respa-PE, Robitussin Head & Chest Congestion, Simuc, Simuc-GP, Sina-12X, Sinupan, SINUvent PE, Sitrex PD, Sudafed PE Non-Drying Sinus, Sudex, Triaminic Chest & Nasal Congestion, Visonex, Wellbid-D, Xedec, Xedec II, Xpect-PE, Zotex GPX

What is Deconsal Pediatric (guaifenesin and phenylephrine)?

There are many brands and forms of guaifenesin and phenylephrine available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

The combination of guaifenesin and phenylephrine is used to treat stuffy nose and sinus congestion, and to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold or flu.

Guaifenesin and phenylephrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Deconsal Pediatric (guaifenesin and phenylephrine)?

There are many brands and forms of guaifenesin and phenylephrine available and not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cough, cold, or allergy medicine. Guaifenesin and phenylephrine are contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of a certain drug. Check the label to see if a medicine contains guaifenesin or phenylephrine.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Deconsal Pediatric (guaifenesin and phenylephrine)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to guaifenesin or phenylephrine, or to other decongestants, diet pills, stimulants, or ADHD medications. Do not use guaifenesin and phenylephrine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. Serious, life threatening side effects can occur if you use guaifenesin and phenylephrine before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medication if you have:

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  heart disease or high blood pressure;

  
  


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  diabetes;

  
  


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  circulation problems;

  
  


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  glaucoma;

  
  


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  overactive thyroid; or

  
  


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  enlarged prostate or problems with urination.

  
  

It is not known if this medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without your doctor's advice if you are pregnant. This medication passes into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Artificially-sweetened liquid forms of cold medicine may contain phenylalanine. This would be important to know if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). Check the ingredients and warnings on the medication label if you are concerned about phenylalanine.

How should I take Deconsal Pediatric (guaifenesin and phenylephrine)?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicine in very young children.

Measure the liquid form of this medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Do not crush, chew, break, or open an extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time. Take guaifenesin and phenylephrine with food if it upsets your stomach. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash. Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since cough or cold medicine is taken as needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingly feeling, dizziness, and feeling restless or nervous.

What should I avoid while taking Deconsal Pediatric (guaifenesin and phenylephrine)?

This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of guaifenesin and phenylephrine. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cough, cold, or allergy medicine. Guaifenesin and phenylephrine are contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of a certain drug. Check the label to see if a medicine contains guaifenesin or phenylephrine.

Avoid taking this medication with diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor's advice. Taking a stimulant together with a decongestant can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.

Deconsal Pediatric (guaifenesin and phenylephrine) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

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  fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;

  
  


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  severe dizziness, anxiety, restless feeling, or nervousness;

  
  


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  easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;

  
  


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  dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, seizure); or

  
  


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  nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

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  vomiting, upset stomach;

  
  


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  warmth, tingling, or redness under your skin;

  
  


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  feeling excited or restless (especially in children);

  
  


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  sleep problems (insomnia);

  
  


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  skin rash or itching;

  
  


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  headache; or

  
  


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  dizziness.

  
  

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 Deconsal Pediatric (guaifenesin and phenylephrine)?

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take guaifenesin and phenylephrine if you are also using any of the following drugs:

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  medicines to treat high blood pressure;

  
  


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  a beta-blocker such as atenolol (Tenormin, Tenoretic), carvedilol (Coreg), labetalol (Normodyne, Trandate), metoprolol (Dutoprol, Lopressor, Toprol), nadolol (Corgard), propranolol (Inderal, InnoPran), sotalol (Betapace), and others; or

  
  


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  an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip, Limbitrol), doxepin (Sinequan, Silenor), desipramine (Norpramin), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others.

  
  

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with guaifenesin and phenylephrine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about guaifenesin and phenylephrine.

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disulfiram

dye-SUL-fi-ram

Oral route(Tablet)

Disulfiram should never be administered to a patient when he is in a state of alcohol intoxication, or without his full knowledge. The physician should instruct relatives accordingly .

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Antabuse

Available Dosage Forms:

• Tablet

Therapeutic Class: Ethanol Dependency

Uses For disulfiram

Disulfiram is used to help overcome your drinking problem. It is not a cure for alcoholism, but rather will discourage you from drinking.

Disulfiram is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using disulfiram

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For disulfiram, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to disulfiram or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Studies on disulfiram have been done only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use of disulfiram in children with use in other age groups.

Geriatric

Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information comparing use of disulfiram in the elderly with use in other age groups.

Breast Feeding

There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking disulfiram, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Using disulfiram with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

• Amprenavir


• Metronidazole


• Paraldehyde

Using disulfiram with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Tinidazole


• Tranylcypromine

Using disulfiram with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.

• Anisindione


• Diazepam


• Dicumarol


• Fosphenytoin


• Isoniazid


• Omeprazole


• Phenprocoumon


• Phenytoin


• Theophylline


• Warfarin

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Using disulfiram with any of the following is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication, change some of the other medicines you take, or give you special instructions about the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.

• Ethanol

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of disulfiram. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Asthma or other lung disease, severe, or


• Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) or


• Epilepsy or other seizure disorder or


• Heart or blood vessel disease or


• Kidney disease or


• Liver disease or cirrhosis of the liver or


• Underactive thyroid—A disulfiram-alcohol reaction may make the condition worse

• Depression or


• Severe mental illness—Disulfiram may make the condition worse

• Skin allergy—Disulfiram may cause an allergic reaction

Proper Use of disulfiram

In addition to beverages, alcohol is found in many other products. Reading the list of ingredients on foods and other products before using them will help you to avoid alcohol. Do not use alcohol-containing foods such as sauces and vinegars.

Before you take the first dose of disulfiram, make sure you have not taken any alcoholic beverage or alcohol-containing product or medicine (for example, tonics, elixirs, and cough syrups) during the past 12 hours. If you are not sure about the alcohol content of medicines you may have taken, check with your health care professional.

Take disulfiram every day as directed by your doctor . The medicine is usually taken each morning. However, if it makes you drowsy, ask your doctor if you may take it at bedtime instead.

Dosing

The dose of disulfiram will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of disulfiram. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  
  • To help overcome drinking problems:
    
    • Adults and teenagers—At first, the dose is 500 milligrams (mg) or less, once a day for one or two weeks. Then, your doctor may lower your dose to 125 to 500 mg (usually to 250 mg) once a day.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Precautions While Using disulfiram

Do not drink any alcohol, even small amounts, while you are taking disulfiram and for 14 days after you stop taking it, because the alcohol may make you very sick. In addition to beverages, alcohol is found in many other products. Reading the list of ingredients on foods and other products before using them will help you to avoid alcohol. You can also avoid alcohol if you:

• Do not use alcohol-containing foods, products, or medicines, such as elixirs, tonics, sauces, vinegars, cough syrups, mouth washes, or gargles.


• Do not come in contact with or breathe in the fumes of chemicals that may contain alcohol, acetaldehyde, paraldehyde, or other related chemicals, such as paint thinner, paint, varnish, or shellac.


• Use caution when using alcohol-containing products that are applied to the skin, such as some transdermal (stick-on patch) medicines or rubbing alcohol, back rubs, after-shave lotions, colognes, perfumes, toilet waters, or after-bath preparations. Using such products while you are taking disulfiram may cause headache, nausea, or local redness or itching because the alcohol in these products may be absorbed into your body. Before using alcohol-containing products on your skin, first test the product by applying some to a small area of your skin. Allow the product to remain on your skin for 1 or 2 hours. If no redness, itching, or other unwanted effects occur, you should be able to use the product.


• Do not use any alcohol-containing products on raw skin or open wounds.

Check with your doctor if you have any questions.

Some of the symptoms you may experience if you use any alcohol while taking disulfiram are:

• Blurred vision


• Chest pain


• Confusion


• Dizziness or fainting


• Fast or pounding heartbeat


• Flushing or redness of face


• Increased sweating


• Nausea and vomiting


• Throbbing headache


• Troubled breathing


• Weakness

These symptoms will last as long as there is any alcohol left in your system, from 30 minutes to several hours. On rare occasions, if you have a severe reaction or have taken a large enough amount of alcohol, a heart attack, unconsciousness, convulsions (seizures), and death may occur.

Your doctor may want you to carry an identification card stating that you are using disulfiram. This card should list the symptoms most likely to occur if alcohol is taken, and the doctor, clinic, or hospital to be contacted in case of an emergency. These cards may be available from the manufacturer. Ask your health care professional if you have any questions about this.

If you will be taking disulfiram for a long period of time (for example, for several months at a time), your doctor should check your progress at regular visits.

Before buying or using any liquid prescription or nonprescription medicine, check with your pharmacist to see if it contains any alcohol.

disulfiram may cause some people to become drowsy or less alert than they are normally. If this occurs, do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert .

Disulfiram will add to the effects of other CNS depressants (medicines that slow down the nervous system, possibly causing drowsiness). Some examples of CNS depressants are antihistamines or medicine for hay fever, other allergies, or colds; sedatives, tranquilizers, or sleeping medicine; prescription pain medicine or narcotics; barbiturates; medicine for seizures; muscle relaxants; or anesthetics, including some dental anesthetics. Check with your doctor before taking any of the above while you are using disulfiram .

disulfiram Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

• Eye pain or tenderness or any change in vision


• mood or mental changes


• numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in hands or feet

Rare

• Darkening of urine


• light gray-colored stools


• severe stomach pain


• yellow eyes or skin

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common

• Drowsiness

Less common or rare

• Decreased sexual ability in males


• headache


• metallic or garlic-like taste in mouth


• skin rash


• unusual tiredness

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: disulfiram side effects (in more detail)

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