tioconazole vaginal

Generic Name: tioconazole vaginal (tee oh CON a zole)

Brand Names: Monistat-1, Vagistat-1

What is tioconazole vaginal?

Tioconazole is an antifungal medication. It prevents fungus from growing.

Tioconazole vaginal is used to treat vaginal candida (yeast) infections.

Tioconazole vaginal may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about tioconazole vaginal?

Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your doctor or recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed.

Avoid wearing tight-fitting, synthetic clothing (e.g., panty hose) that does not allow air circulation. Wear loose-fitting clothing made of cotton and other natural fibers until the infection is healed.

Avoid getting this medication in the eyes, nose, or mouth.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using tioconazole vaginal?

Do not use tioconazole vaginal if you have ever had an allergic reaction to it.

Do not use tioconazole vaginal if you have a fever, abdominal pain, foul-smelling discharge, diabetes, HIV, or AIDS. Consult your doctor.

Tioconazole vaginal is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether tioconazole vaginal will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether tioconazole passes into breast milk. Do not use tioconazole vaginal without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use tioconazole vaginal?

Use tioconazole vaginal exactly as directed by your doctor or follow the directions that accompany the package. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Wash your hands before and after using this medication.

Insert the ointment into the vagina using the applicator as directed.

It is important to use tioconazole vaginal as directed to get the most benefit.

You can use a sanitary napkin to prevent the medication from staining your clothing but do not use a tampon.

If the infection does not clear up after you have finished one course of therapy, or if it appears to get worse, see your doctor. You may have another type of infection.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose or mouth. Store tioconazole vaginal at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since tioconazole is a one day treatment, missing a dose is not usually a problem.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of tioconazole vaginal is unlikely. If you do suspect that a much larger than normal dose has been used or that tioconazole vaginal has been ingested, contact an emergency room or a poison control center.

What should I avoid while using tioconazole vaginal?

Avoid wearing tight-fitting, synthetic clothing (e.g., panty hose) that does not allow air circulation. Wear loose-fitting clothing made of cotton and other natural fibers until the infection is healed.

Tioconazole may damage a condom or diaphragm. Use another form of birth control while using tioconazole vaginal and for 72 hours following treatment.

Tioconazole vaginal side effects

Stop using tioconazole vaginal and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (shortness of breath; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, face, or tongue; or hives).

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. These include burning, itching, irritation of the skin, and an increased need to urinate.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Tioconazole vaginal Dosing Information

Usual Adult Dose for Vaginal Candidiasis:

1 applicatorful once at bedtime

Usual Pediatric Dose for Vaginal Candidiasis:

12 years or older: 1 applicatorful once at bedtime

What other drugs will affect tioconazole vaginal?

Avoid using other vaginal creams or douches at the same time as tioconazole vaginal unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with tioconazole vaginal. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.

More tioconazole vaginal resources

• Tioconazole vaginal Side Effects (in more detail)
• Tioconazole vaginal Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Tioconazole vaginal Support Group
• 7 Reviews for Tioconazole - Add your own review/rating

Compare tioconazole vaginal with other medications

• Vaginal Yeast Infection

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about tioconazole vaginal written for health professionals that you may read.

See also: tioconazole side effects (in more detail)

Abnormal Glucose Tolerance Medications

There are currently no drugs listed for "Abnormal Glucose Tolerance".

Learn more about Abnormal Glucose Tolerance

Micromedex Care Notes:

• Gestational Diabetes

Medical Encyclopedia:

• Gestational diabetes
• Glucose test - blood

Drug List:

thioxanthene Oral, Parenteral

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Navane

Available Dosage Forms:

• Liquid


• Capsule


• Tablet


• Solution

Uses For thioxanthene

The family of medicines known as thioxanthenes are used in the treatment of nervous, mental, and emotional conditions. Improvement in such conditions is thought to result from the effect of these medicines on nerve pathways in specific areas of the brain.

Thioxanthene medicines are available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using thioxanthene

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to medicines in this group 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

Certain side effects, such as muscle spasms of the face, neck, and back, tic-like or twitching movements, inability to move the eyes, twisting of the body, or weakness of the arms and legs, are more likely to occur in children, who are usually more sensitive than adults to the side effects of thioxanthenes.

Geriatric

Constipation, dizziness or fainting, drowsiness, dryness of mouth, trembling of the hands and fingers, and symptoms of tardive dyskinesia (such as rapid, worm-like movements of the tongue or any other uncontrolled movements of the mouth, tongue, or jaw, and/or arms and legs) are especially likely to occur in elderly patients, who are usually more sensitive than younger adults to the effects of thioxanthenes.

Pregnancy

Studies have not been done in pregnant women. Although animal studies have not shown that thioxanthenes cause birth defects, the studies have shown that these medicines cause a decrease in fertility and fewer successful pregnancies.

Breast Feeding

It is not known if thioxanthenes pass into the breast milk. However, similar medicines for nervous, mental, or emotional conditions do pass into breast milk and may cause drowsiness and increase the risk of other problems in the nursing baby. Be sure you have discussed the risks and benefits of thioxanthene with your doctor.

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 any of these medicines, 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 medicines in this class with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with a medication in this class or change some of the other medicines you take.

• Metoclopramide

Using medicines in this class 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.

• Hydromorphone


• Lithium


• Milnacipran


• Tramadol


• Zotepine

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. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

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

• Alcohol abuse—Drinking alcohol will add to the central nervous system (CNS) depressant effects of thioxanthenes.

• Blood disease or


• Enlarged prostate or


• Glaucoma or


• Heart or blood vessel disease or


• Lung disease or


• Parkinson's disease or


• Stomach ulcers or


• Urination problems—Thioxanthenes may make the condition worse.

• Liver disease—Higher blood levels of thioxanthenes may occur, increasing the chance of side effects.

• Reye's syndrome—The risk of liver problems may be increased.

• Seizure disorders—The risk of seizures may be increased.

Proper Use of thioxanthene

thioxanthene may be taken with food or a full glass (8 ounces) of water or milk to reduce stomach irritation.

For patients taking thiothixene oral solution:

• thioxanthene must be diluted before you take it. Just before taking, measure the dose with the specially marked dropper. Mix the medicine with a full glass of water, milk, tomato or fruit juice, soup, or carbonated beverage.

Do not take more of thioxanthene or take it more often than your doctor ordered. This is particularly important when thioxanthene is given to children, since they may react very strongly to its effects.

Sometimes thioxanthene must be taken for several weeks before its full effect is reached.

Dosing

The dose medicines in this class 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 these medicines. 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 chlorprothixene


• For treatment of psychosis:
  
  • For oral dosage forms (suspension or tablets):
    
    • Adults and teenagers—25 to 50 milligrams (mg) three or four times a day.
    
    
    • Children 6 to 12 years of age—10 to 25 mg three or four times a day.
    
    
    • Children up to 6 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  
  • For injection dosage form:
    
    • Adults and teenagers—25 to 50 mg, injected into a muscle, three or four times a day.
    
    
    • Children up to 12 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  

• For flupenthixol


• For treatment of psychosis:
  
  • For oral dosage form (tablets):
    
    • Adults—To start, 1 milligram (mg) three times a day. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed, depending on your condition.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  
  • For long-acting injection dosage form:
    
    • Adults—To start, 20 to 40 milligrams (mg) injected into a muscle. Your doctor will determine whether your dose needs to be changed, depending on your condition.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  

• For thiothixene


• For treatment of psychosis:
  
  • For oral dosage forms (capsules and solution):
    
    • Adults and teenagers—To start, 2 milligrams (mg) three times a day, or 5 mg two times a day. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 60 mg a day.
    
    
    • Children up to 12 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  
  • For injection dosage form:
    
    • Adults and teenagers—4 milligrams (mg), injected into a muscle, two to four times a day. Your doctor may increase your dose if needed. However, the dose is usually not more than 30 mg a day.
    
    
    • Children up to 12 years of age—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of thioxanthene, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage

Keep out of the reach of children.

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

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Precautions While Using thioxanthene

Your doctor should check your progress at regular visits. This will allow the dosage of the medicine to be adjusted when necessary and also will reduce the possibility of side effects.

Do not stop taking thioxanthene without first checking with your doctor. Your doctor may want you to gradually reduce the amount you are taking before stopping completely. This is to prevent side effects and to prevent your condition from becoming worse.

thioxanthene will add to the effects of alcohol and 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 such depressants while you are using thioxanthene.

Do not take thioxanthene within an hour of taking antacids or medicine for diarrhea. Taking them too close together may make thioxanthene less effective.

Before having any kind of surgery, dental treatment, or emergency treatment, tell the medical doctor or dentist in charge that you are using thioxanthene. Taking thioxanthenes together with medicines that are used during surgery or dental or emergency treatments may increase the CNS depressant effects.

thioxanthene may cause some people to become drowsy or less alert than they are normally, especially during the first few weeks the medicine is being taken. Even if you take thioxanthene only at bedtime, you may feel drowsy or less alert on arising. Make sure you know how you react to thioxanthene before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.

Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting may occur while you are taking thioxanthene, especially when you get up from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help. If the problem continues or gets worse, check with your doctor.

thioxanthene may make you sweat less, causing your body temperature to increase. Use extra care not to become overheated during exercise or hot weather while you are taking thioxanthene, since overheating may result in heat stroke. Also, hot baths or saunas may make you feel dizzy or faint while you are taking thioxanthene.

Thioxanthenes may cause your skin to be more sensitive to sunlight than it is normally. Exposure to sunlight, even for brief periods of time, may cause a skin rash, itching, redness or other discoloration of the skin, or a severe sunburn. When you begin taking thioxanthene:

• Stay out of direct sunlight, especially between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., if possible.


• Wear protective clothing, including a hat. Also, wear sunglasses.


• Apply a sun block product that has a skin protection factor (SPF) of at least 15. Some patients may require a product with a higher SPF number, especially if they have a fair complexion. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.


• Apply a sun block lipstick that has an SPF of at least 15 to protect your lips.


• Do not use a sunlamp or tanning bed or booth.

If you have a severe reaction from the sun, check with your doctor.

thioxanthene may cause dryness of the mouth. For temporary relief, use sugarless gum or candy, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute. However, if your mouth continues to feel dry for more than 2 weeks, check with your medical doctor or dentist. Continuing dryness of the mouth may increase the chance of dental disease, including tooth decay, gum disease, and fungus infections.

If you are taking a liquid form of thioxanthene, try to avoid spilling it on your skin or clothing. Skin rash and irritation have been caused by similar medicines.

If you are receiving thioxanthene by injection:

• The effects of the long-acting injection form of thioxanthene may last for up to 3 weeks. The precautions and side effects information for thioxanthene applies during this period of time.

thioxanthene Side Effects

Along with their needed effects, thioxanthenes can sometimes cause serious side effects. Tardive dyskinesia (a movement disorder) may occur and may not go away after you stop using the medicine. Signs of tardive dyskinesia include fine, worm-like movements of the tongue, or other uncontrolled movements of the mouth, tongue, cheeks, jaw, or arms and legs. Other serious but rare side effects may also occur. Some of these side effects, including severe muscle stiffness, fever, unusual tiredness or weakness, fast heartbeat, difficult breathing, increased sweating, loss of bladder control, and seizures, may be the sign of a condition called neuroleptic malignant syndrome. You and your doctor should discuss the good thioxanthene will do as well as the risks of taking it.

Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Stop taking thioxanthene and get emergency help immediately if any of the following effects occur:

Rare

• Convulsions (seizures)


• difficulty in breathing


• fast heartbeat


• high fever


• high or low (irregular) blood pressure


• increased sweating


• loss of bladder control


• muscle stiffness (severe)


• unusually pale skin


• unusual tiredness

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

More common

• Difficulty in talking or swallowing


• inability to move eyes


• lip smacking or puckering


• loss of balance control


• mask-like face


• muscle spasms, especially of the neck and back


• puffing of cheeks


• rapid or worm-like movements of tongue


• restlessness or need to keep moving (severe)


• shuffling walk


• stiffness of arms and legs


• trembling and shaking of fingers and hands


• twisting movements of body


• uncontrolled chewing movements


• uncontrolled movements of the arms and legs

Less common

• Blurred vision or other eye problems


• difficult urination


• fainting


• skin discoloration


• skin rash

Rare

• Hot, dry skin or lack of sweating


• increased blinking or spasms of eyelid


• muscle weakness


• sore throat and fever


• uncontrolled twisting movements of neck, trunk, arms, or legs


• unusual bleeding or bruising


• unusual facial expressions or body positions


• yellow eyes or skin

Symptoms of overdose

• Difficulty in breathing (severe)


• dizziness (severe)


• drowsiness (severe)


• muscle trembling, jerking, stiffness, or uncontrolled movements (severe)


• small pupils


• unusual excitement


• unusual tiredness or weakness (severe)

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

• Constipation


• decreased sweating


• dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting


• drowsiness (mild)


• dryness of mouth


• increased appetite and weight


• increased sensitivity of skin to sunlight (skin rash, itching, redness or other discoloration of skin, or severe sunburn)


• stuffy nose

Less common

• Changes in menstrual period


• decreased sexual ability


• swelling of breasts (in males and females)


• unusual secretion of milk

After you stop taking thioxanthene your body may need time to adjust, especially if you took thioxanthene in high doses or for a long time. If you stop taking it too quickly, the following withdrawal effects may occur and should be reported to your doctor:

• Dizziness


• nausea and vomiting


• stomach pain


• trembling of fingers and hands


• uncontrolled, continuing movements of mouth, tongue, or jaw

Although not all of the side effects listed above have been reported for all thioxanthenes, they have been reported for at least one of them. However, since these medicines are very similar, any of the above side effects may occur with any of them.

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.

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Kayexalate

Generic Name: sodium polystyrene sulfonate (SOE dee um pol ee STEER een SUL foe nate)

Brand Names: Kalexate, Kayexalate, Kionex

What is Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate)?

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate affects the exchange of sodium and potassium in the body.

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate is used to treat high levels of potassium in the blood, also called hyperkalemia.

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.

What is the most important information I should know about Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate)?

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate can be given as a liquid by mouth, through a stomach feeding tube, or as a rectal enema. This medication is usually given 1 to 4 times daily by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting.

If possible, before you receive this medication, tell your doctor if you have a bowel obstruction, low blood levels of potassium, heart disease or high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, edema (water weight gain), kidney disease, or if you are constipated or on a low-salt diet.

In an emergency situation, it may not be possible before you are treated with sodium polystyrene sulfonate to tell your caregivers about any health conditions you have or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. However, make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows that you have received this medication.

Tell your caregivers right away if you have any signs that your potassium level is getting too low, such as: pain or fluttering in your chest, uneven heartbeats, feeling irritable or confused, severe muscle weakness, breathing problems, or inability to move your muscles.

Tell your doctor if you also take digoxin (digitalis, Lanoxin), lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid), thyroxine, or a diuretic (water pill).

Do not use salt substitutes or take potassium or calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to. Avoid using antacids or laxatives without your doctor's advice.

You will need to keep using this medication even if you feel fine. Hyperkalemia often has no symptoms that you will notice.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate)?

You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to sodium polystyrene sulfonate, or have certain conditions. Be sure your doctor knows if you have:

• 
  

  low potassium levels (hypokalemia); or

  
  


• 
  

  a bowel obstruction.

  
  

Before receiving sodium polystyrene sulfonate, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

• 
  

  heart disease or high blood pressure;

  
  


• 
  

  congestive heart failure;

  
  


• 
  

  edema (water weight gain);

  
  


• 
  

  kidney disease;

  
  


• 
  

  constipation; or

  
  


• 
  

  if you are on a low-salt diet.

  
  

If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use sodium polystyrene sulfonate, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

In an emergency situation, it may not be possible before treatment to tell your caregivers if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. However, make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows that you have received this medication.

How is sodium polystyrene sulfonate given?

Sodium polystyrene sulfonate can be given as a liquid by mouth, through a stomach feeding tube, or as a rectal enema. This medication is usually given 1 to 4 times daily by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting.

The powder form of this medicine is mixed with water, or syrup (to make it taste better if given by mouth).

If you are given the rectal enema, the liquid will be given slowly while you are lying down. You may need to hold the enema in for up to several hours. The sodium polystyrene sulfonate enema is usually followed with a second cleansing enema.

You will need to keep using this medication even if you feel fine. Hyperkalemia often has no symptoms that you will notice.

To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood will need to be tested often. This will help your doctor determine how long to treat you with sodium polystyrene sulfonate.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since this medication is usually given in a hospital, it is not likely that you will miss a dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Tell your caregivers at once if you think you have received too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include confusion, irritability, trouble thinking or concentrating, muscle weakness, or trouble breathing.

What should I avoid while receiving Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate)?

Do not use salt substitutes or take potassium or calcium supplements unless your doctor has told you to.

Avoid using antacids or laxatives without your doctor's advice. Antacids or laxatives can make sodium polystyrene sulfonate less effective or cause serious side effects.

Avoid eating or drinking anything that contains sorbitol (a fruit sugar often used as a sweetener in chewing gum, diet drinks, baked goods, or frozen desserts).

Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate) 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. Tell your caregivers right away if you have any of these serious side effects:

• 
  

  pain or fluttering in your chest;

  
  


• 
  

  uneven heartbeats;

  
  


• 
  

  feeling irritable or confused;

  
  


• 
  

  increased thirst or urination;

  
  


• 
  

  severe muscle weakness;

  
  


• 
  

  inability to move your muscles;

  
  


• 
  

  black, bloody, or tarry stools;

  
  


• 
  

  pain in your lower stomach or rectum; or

  
  


• 
  

  swelling, rapid weight gain.

  
  

Less serious side effects may include:

• 
  

  diarrhea or constipation;

  
  


• 
  

  nausea or vomiting;

  
  


• 
  

  upset stomach; or

  
  


• 
  

  loss of appetite.

  
  

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Kayexalate (sodium polystyrene sulfonate)?

Before receiving this medicine, tell your doctor if you also use:

• 
  

  digoxin (digitalis, Lanoxin);

  
  


• 
  

  lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid);

  
  


• 
  

  thyroxine; or

  
  


• 
  

  a diuretic (water pill) such as triamterene (Dyrenium, Maxzide, Dyazide), spironolactone (Aldactone), or amiloride (Midamor).

  
  

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with sodium polystyrene sulfonate. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

More Kayexalate resources

• Kayexalate Side Effects (in more detail)
• Kayexalate Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Kayexalate Drug Interactions
• Kayexalate Support Group
• 0 Reviews for Kayexalate - Add your own review/rating

• Kayexalate Powder MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Kayexalate Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information


• Kayexalate Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)


• Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Monograph (AHFS DI)


• Kionex Prescribing Information (FDA)

Compare Kayexalate with other medications

• Hyperkalemia

Where can I get more information?

• Your doctor or pharmacist can provide more information about sodium polystyrene.

See also: Kayexalate side effects (in more detail)

Triaminic Cold and Allergy

Generic Name: chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine (klor fen EER a meen and soo doe e FED rin)

Brand Names: AccuHist Drops, Allerest Maximum Strength, Brexin L.A., Colfed-A, D-Amine-SR, Dayquil Allergy, Deconamine, Dicel, Dicel Chewables, Dura-Tap/PD, Durafed, Duratuss DA, Dynahist-ER Pediatric, Genaphed Plus, Histade, Histex, Kronofed-A, Kronofed-A-Jr, LoHist-D, Mintex, Neutrahist Drops, Re2+30, Rescon-Ed, Suclor, SudaHist, Sudal-12 Chewable, Sudal-12 Tannate, Sudogest Cold & Allergy, SudoGest Sinus & Allergy, Tavist-DA, Triaminic Cold and Allergy, Triaminic Softchew Cold and Allergy, Triaminic Softchews Allergy Runny Nose and Congestion

What is Triaminic Cold and Allergy (chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine)?

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

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

The combination of chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine is used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes.

Chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Triaminic Cold and Allergy (chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine)?

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

Do not use chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine 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. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects. You should not use this medication if you are allergic to chlorpheniramine or pseudoephedrine, or if you have severe high blood pressure or coronary artery disease, narrow-angle glaucoma, a stomach ulcer, or if you are unable to urinate.

Do not use this medication during an asthma attack.

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 chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine. Older adults may be more likely to have side effects from this medicine. 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.

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.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Triaminic Cold and Allergy (chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine)?

Do not use chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine 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. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects. You should not use this medication if you are allergic to chlorpheniramine or pseudoephedrine, or if you have:

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FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication. It is not known whether chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Older adults may be more likely to have side effects from this medicine.

Artificially sweetened liquid cold medicine may contain phenylalanine. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU), check the medication label to see if the product contains phenylalanine.

How should I take Triaminic Cold and Allergy (chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine)?

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 a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children. 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.

The chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.

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

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.

This medication can cause unusual results with allergy skin tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are taking an antihistamine.

If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time if you have taken a cold medicine within the past few days.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Since 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 some of the serious side effects listed in this medication guide.

What should I avoid while taking Triaminic Cold and Allergy (chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine)?

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 chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, allergy, or sleep medicine. Chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine 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 an antihistamine or decongestant.

Avoid taking this medication if you also take diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications). Taking a stimulant together with a decongestant can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.

Triaminic Cold and Allergy (chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine) 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 a serious side effect such as:

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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 Triaminic Cold and Allergy (chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine)?

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as other cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by chlorpheniramine.

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This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine. 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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• QDALL 24-Hour Sustained-Release Capsules MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about chlorpheniramine and pseudoephedrine.

See also: Triaminic Cold and Allergy side effects (in more detail)

Tolectin 600

Pronunciation: TOLE-met-in
Generic Name: Tolmetin
Brand Name: Examples include Tolectin DS and Tolectin 600

Tolectin 600 is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It may cause an increased risk of serious and sometimes fatal heart and blood vessel problems (eg, heart attack, stroke). The risk may be greater if you already have heart problems or if you take Tolectin 600 for a long time. Do not use Tolectin 600 right before or after bypass heart surgery.

Tolectin 600 may cause an increased risk of serious and sometimes fatal stomach ulcers and bleeding. Elderly patients may be at greater risk. This may occur without warning signs.

Tolectin 600 is used for:

Treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or juvenile arthritis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Tolectin 600 is an NSAID. Exactly how it works is not known. It may block certain substances in the body that are linked to inflammation. NSAIDs treat the symptoms of pain and inflammation. They do not treat the disease that causes those symptoms.

Do NOT use Tolectin 600 if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Tolectin 600


• you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, trouble breathing, growths in the nose, dizziness) to aspirin or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib)


• you have recently had or will be having bypass heart surgery


• you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy

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

Before using Tolectin 600:

Some medical conditions may interact with Tolectin 600. Tell your doctor or pharmacist 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 kidney or liver disease, diabetes, or stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, perforation, ulcers)


• if you have a history of swelling or fluid buildup, asthma, growths in the nose (nasal polyps), or mouth inflammation


• if you have high blood pressure, blood disorders, bleeding or clotting problems, heart problems (eg, heart failure), or blood vessel disease, or if you are at risk for any of these diseases


• if you have poor health, dehydration or low fluid volume, or low blood sodium levels, you drink alcohol, or you have a history of alcohol abuse

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Tolectin 600. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), heparin, salicylates (eg, aspirin), or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine) because the risk of stomach bleeding may be increased


• Probenecid because it may increase the risk of Tolectin 600's side effects


• Cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, or quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Tolectin 600


• Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril), beta-blockers (eg, propranolol), or diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Tolectin 600

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Tolectin 600 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 Tolectin 600:

Use Tolectin 600 as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Tolectin 600 comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Tolectin 600 refilled.


• Take Tolectin 600 by mouth. It may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Taking it with food may not lower the risk of stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, ulcers). Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have persistent stomach upset.


• If Tolectin 600 upsets your stomach, you may take it with an antacid. Do not take it with sodium bicarbonate.


• Take Tolectin 600 with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL) as directed by your doctor.


• If you miss a dose of Tolectin 600 and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. 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 Tolectin 600.

Important safety information:

• Tolectin 600 may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Tolectin 600 with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.


• Serious stomach ulcers or bleeding can occur with the use of Tolectin 600. Taking it in high doses or for a long time, smoking, or drinking alcohol increases the risk of these side effects. Taking Tolectin 600 with food will NOT reduce the risk of these effects. Contact your doctor or emergency room at once if you develop severe stomach or back pain; black, tarry stools; vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds; or unusual weight gain or swelling.


• Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.


• Tolectin 600 is an NSAID. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has an NSAID (eg, ibuprofen) in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.


• Do not take aspirin while you are using Tolectin 600 unless your doctor tells you to.


• Tolectin 600 may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know that you take Tolectin 600.


• Lab tests, including kidney function, complete blood cell counts, and blood pressure, may be performed while you use Tolectin 600. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• Use Tolectin 600 with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially stomach bleeding and kidney problems.


• Tolectin 600 should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 2 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Tolectin 600 may cause harm to the fetus. Do not use it during the last 3 months of pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Tolectin 600 while you are pregnant. Tolectin 600 is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Tolectin 600.

Possible side effects of Tolectin 600:

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:

Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; gas; headache; heartburn; nausea; stomach upset; weakness.

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

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; trouble breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody or black, tarry stools; change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; confusion; dark urine; depression; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; mental or mood changes; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; ringing in the ears; seizures; severe headache or dizziness; severe or persistent stomach pain or nausea; severe vomiting; shortness of breath; sudden or unexplained weight gain; swelling of hands, legs, or feet; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual joint or muscle pain; unusual tiredness or weakness; vision or speech changes; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

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: Tolectin 600 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 decreased urination; loss of consciousness; seizures; severe dizziness or drowsiness; severe nausea or stomach pain; slow or troubled breathing; unusual bleeding or bruising; vomit that looks like coffee grounds.

Proper storage of Tolectin 600:

Store Tolectin 600 at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Tolectin 600 out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Tolectin 600, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Tolectin 600 is 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.


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

This information is summary only. It does not contain all information about Tolectin 600. 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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Trimox Suspension

Pronunciation: a-MOX-i-SIL-in
Generic Name: Amoxicillin
Brand Name: Generic only. No brands available.

Trimox Suspension is used for:

Treating infections caused by certain bacteria. It is also used with other medicines to treat Helicobacter pylori infection and ulcers of the small intestines.

Trimox Suspension is a penicillin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.

Do NOT use Trimox Suspension if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Trimox Suspension or another penicillin antibiotic (eg, ampicillin)


• you have recently received or will be receiving live oral typhoid vaccine


• you have infectious mononucleosis (mono)

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

Before using Trimox Suspension:

Some medical conditions may interact with Trimox Suspension. Tell your doctor or pharmacist 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 allergies, asthma, hay fever, or hives


• if you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, breathing difficulties, dizziness) to a cephalosporin (eg, cephalexin) or another beta-lactam antibiotic (eg, imipenem)


• if you have kidney problems or gonorrhea

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Trimox Suspension. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because the risk of bleeding may be increased


• Probenecid because it may increase the amount of Trimox Suspension in your blood


• Chloramphenicol, macrolide antibiotics (eg, erythromycin), sulfonamides (eg, sulfamethoxazole), or tetracycline antibiotics (eg, doxycycline) because they may decrease Trimox Suspension's effectiveness


• Methotrexate because the risk of its side effects may be increased by Trimox Suspension


• Live oral typhoid vaccine or hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Trimox Suspension

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Trimox Suspension 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 Trimox Suspension:

Use Trimox Suspension as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Trimox Suspension by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.


• Shake well before each use.


• Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.


• Trimox Suspension may be mixed with formula, milk, fruit juice, water, ginger ale, or other cold drinks. If you mix Trimox Suspension, take it at once after mixing. Be sure that the entire dose is swallowed.


• To clear up your infection completely, take Trimox Suspension for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.


• If you miss a dose of Trimox Suspension, 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 Trimox Suspension.

Important safety information:

• Trimox Suspension may cause dizziness. This effect may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Trimox Suspension with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.


• Trimox Suspension only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).


• Be sure to use Trimox Suspension for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.


• Long-term or repeated use of Trimox Suspension may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.


• Mild diarrhea is common with antibiotic use. However, a more serious form of diarrhea (pseudomembranous colitis) may rarely occur. This may develop while you use the antibiotic or within several months after you stop using it. Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.


• Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using Trimox Suspension. To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms).


• Brown, yellow, or gray tooth discoloration has occurred rarely in some patients taking Trimox Suspension. It occurred most often in children. The discoloration was reduced or removed by brushing or dental cleaning in most cases. Contact your doctor if you experience this effect.


• Diabetes patients - Trimox Suspension may cause the results of some tests for urine glucose to be wrong. Ask your doctor before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetes medicine.


• Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts, may be performed if you use Trimox Suspension for a long period of time. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• Use Trimox Suspension with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially patients with kidney problems.


• Use Trimox Suspension with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 10 years old who have diarrhea or an infection of the stomach or bowel.


• Caution is advised when using Trimox Suspension in CHILDREN younger than 3 months old; they may be more sensitive to its effects.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Trimox Suspension while you are pregnant. Trimox Suspension is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Trimox Suspension, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Trimox Suspension:

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:

Diarrhea; nausea; vomiting.

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); bloody stools; confusion; dark urine; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe diarrhea; stomach pain or cramps; unusual bruising or bleeding; vaginal discharge or irritation; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

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: Trimox 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 decreased urination.

Proper storage of Trimox Suspension:

Store Trimox Suspension in the refrigerator, between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C). Do not freeze. If necessary, it may be stored at room temperature. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Throw away any unused medicine after 14 days. Keep Trimox Suspension out of reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Trimox Suspension, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Trimox Suspension is 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.


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

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Trimox Suspension. 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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