Altiazem RR

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Diltiazem

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• Lithuania

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Cardon

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Losartan

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DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit

Generic Name: desonide topical (DES oh nide)

Brand Names: Delonide, Desonate, DesOwen, DesOwen 2 oz, DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit, LoKara, Tridesilon, Verdeso

What is DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit (desonide topical)?

Desonide is a topical (for the skin) steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.

Desonide topical is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.

Desonide topical may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit (desonide topical)?

Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Topical steroid medicine can be absorbed through the skin, which may cause steroid side effects throughout the body.

Do not cover treated skin areas with a bandage or other covering unless your doctor has told you to. If you are treating the diaper area of a baby, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers. Covering the skin that is treated with desonide topical can increase the amount of medicine your skin absorbs, which may lead to unwanted side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions. Do not use this medication on a child without a doctor's advice. Children are more likely to absorb large amounts of a topical steroid through the skin. Steroid absorption in children may cause unwanted side effects, or a delay in growth with long-term use. Talk with your doctor if you think your child is not growing at a normal rate while using this medication over a long treatment period. Contact your doctor if your condition does not improve after 2 weeks of using this medicine, or if you develop signs of a bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infection.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit (desonide topical)?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to desonide.

Before using desonide topical, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have any type of skin infection.

Also tell your doctor if you have diabetes. Topical steroid medicines absorbed through the skin may increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine.

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 desonide topical 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. Do not use this medication on a child without a doctor's advice. Children are more likely to absorb large amounts of a topical steroid through the skin. Steroid absorption in children may cause unwanted side effects, or a delay in growth with long-term use. Talk with your doctor if you think your child is not growing at a normal rate while using this medication over a long treatment period.

How should I use DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit (desonide topical)?

Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Topical steroid medicine can be absorbed through the skin, which may cause steroid side effects throughout the body.

Wash your hands before and after using desonide topical, unless you are using the medication to treat the skin on your hands.

Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin. Do not use this medication over a large area of skin.

Do not cover treated skin areas with a bandage or other covering unless your doctor has told you to. If you are treating the diaper area of a baby, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers. Covering the skin that is treated with desonide topical can increase the amount of medicine your skin absorbs, which may lead to unwanted side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions. Contact your doctor if your condition does not improve after 2 weeks of using this medicine, or if you develop signs of a bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infection. It is important to use desonide topical regularly to get the most benefit.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects with long-term use, you may need blood tests. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Store desonide topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep from freezing.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of desonide is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms. However, long-term use of high steroid doses can lead to symptoms such as thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

What should I avoid while using DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit (desonide topical)?

Desonide topical should not be used to treat any skin condition your doctor has not prescribed it for.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes. If contact does occur, rinse with water. Do not use desonide topical on broken or infected skin. Also avoid using this medication in open wounds.

DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit (desonide topical) 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 severe irritation of any treated skin, or if you show signs of absorbing desonide topical through your skin, such as:

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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 DesOwen Lotion 4 oz Kit (desonide topical)?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied desonide topical. But many drugs can interact with each other. 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.

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• Desonate Gel MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Desonate Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Desowen Prescribing Information (FDA)


• LoKara Prescribing Information (FDA)


• LoKara Lotion MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)


• Verdeso Prescribing Information (FDA)


• Verdeso Consumer Overview


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• Dermatitis
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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist can provide more information about desonide topical.

See also: DesOwen 4 oz side effects (in more detail)

Glimepirida Gen Med

Glimepirida Gen Med may be available in the countries listed below.

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Glimepiride

Glimepiride is reported as an ingredient of Glimepirida Gen Med in the following countries:

• Argentina

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Topiramat Winthrop

Topiramat Winthrop may be available in the countries listed below.

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Topiramate

Topiramate is reported as an ingredient of Topiramat Winthrop in the following countries:

• Germany

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Farnat

Farnat may be available in the countries listed below.

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Metronidazole

Metronidazole is reported as an ingredient of Farnat in the following countries:

• Indonesia

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Detrol

Generic Name: tolterodine (Oral route)

tol-TER-oh-deen TAR-trate

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Detrol


• Detrol LA

Available Dosage Forms:

• Capsule, Extended Release


• Tablet

Therapeutic Class: Urinary Antispasmodic

Pharmacologic Class: Tolterodine

Uses For Detrol

Tolterodine is used to treat symptoms of an overactive bladder, such as incontinence (loss of bladder control) or a frequent need to urinate.

Tolterodine belongs to the group of medicines called antispasmodics. It helps decrease muscle spasms of the bladder and the frequent urge to urinate caused by these spasms.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Detrol

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 this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine 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

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated that tolterodine is useful in children.

Geriatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of tolterodine in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney or liver problems, which may require an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving tolterodine.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

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 this medicine, 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 this medicine 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.

• Potassium

Using this medicine 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.

• Amiodarone


• Clarithromycin


• Cyclosporine


• Donepezil


• Erythromycin


• Galantamine


• Itraconazole


• Ketoconazole


• Miconazole


• Propafenone


• Quinidine


• Rivastigmine


• Vinblastine


• 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. 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 this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Heart rhythm problems (e.g., QT prolongation), or history of or


• Intestinal or stomach problems (e.g., blockage, intestinal atony, pyloric stenosis) or


• Myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness) or


• Narrow-angle glaucoma, controlled or


• Urinary problems (e.g., blockage)—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

• Kidney disease or


• Liver disease (including cirrhosis)—Use with caution. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body.

• Liver disease, severe—Use is not recommended for patients taking tolterodine extended-release capsules.

• Narrow-angle glaucoma, uncontrolled or


• Stomach problems (e.g., gastric retention) or


• Urinary retention (hard to pass urine)—Should not be used in patients with these conditions.

Proper Use of tolterodine

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain tolterodine. It may not be specific to Detrol. Please read with care.

Take this medicine only as directed. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance of side effects. Also, do not change your dose without checking first with your doctor.

This medicine comes with a patient information insert. It is very important that you read and understand this information. Be sure to ask your doctor about anything you do not understand.

You may take this medicine with or without food.

Swallow the extended-release capsule whole with water. Do not crush, open, or chew it.

Take this medicine at the same time each day.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine 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 this medicine. 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 bladder problems:
  
  • For oral dosage form (tablets):
    
    • Adults—At first, 2 milligrams (mg) two times a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  
  • For oral dosage form (extended-release capsules):
    
    • Adults—4 milligrams (mg) once a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose if needed.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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

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.

Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.

Precautions While Using Detrol

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to take it.

Tolterodine may cause serious types of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis and angioedema. Anaphylaxis and angioedema can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; hoarseness; lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, mouth, or throat after using this medicine.

This medicine may cause some people to become dizzy, drowsy, or have blurred vision. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are dizzy, not alert, or not able to see well.

This medicine may cause dryness in the mouth, nose, and throat. For temporary relief of mouth dryness, use sugarless candy or gum, 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.

Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.

Detrol 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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Abnormal vision, including difficulty with adjusting to distances


• bloody or cloudy urine


• difficult, burning, or painful urination


• frequent urge to urinate

Less common

• Chest pain


• chills


• cough


• diarrhea


• fever


• general feeling of discomfort or illness


• headache


• joint pain


• loss of appetite


• muscle aches and pains


• nausea


• pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones


• shivering


• shortness of breath or troubled breathing


• sore throat


• stuffy or runny nose


• sweating


• tightness of the chest or wheezing


• trouble with sleeping


• vomiting

Incidence not known

• Being forgetful


• bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, ankles, lower legs, or feet


• confusion about identity, place, and time


• difficulty with swallowing


• dizziness


• fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse


• hives


• itching


• large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs


• mood or mental changes


• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue


• rapid weight gain


• seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there


• skin rash


• tingling of the hands or feet


• unusual tiredness or weakness


• unusual weight gain or loss

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

• Abdominal or stomach pain


• constipation


• drowsiness


• dry eyes


• dry mouth


• upset stomach

Less common

• Acid or sour stomach


• belching


• blurred vision


• difficulty with moving


• dizziness or lightheadedness


• dry skin


• fear or nervousness


• feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings


• heartburn


• indigestion


• sensation of spinning


• sleepiness or unusual drowsiness


• stomach discomfort


• weight gain

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: Detrol side effects (in more detail)

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• Detrol Monograph (AHFS DI)


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Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets

Pronunciation: DOX-i-SYE-kleen HYE-klate
Generic Name: Doxycycline Hyclate
Brand Name: Doryx

Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets are used for:

Treating certain bacterial infections. It may be used in combination with other medicines to treat acne or certain amoeba infections. It may be used to prevent certain types of malaria in travelers who will be visiting malaria-infected areas for less than 4 months. It may also be used to prevent or slow the progression of anthrax after exposure.

Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets are a tetracycline antibiotic. It works by slowing the growth of bacteria. Slowing the bacteria's growth allows the body's immune system to destroy the bacteria.

Do NOT use Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets or to another tetracycline (eg, minocycline)


• you are taking acitretin, isotretinoin, or a penicillin (eg, amoxicillin)


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

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

Before using Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets:

Some medical conditions may interact with Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets. 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 diarrhea, a history of lupus, or the blood disease porphyria


• if you are on a low-sodium (salt) diet

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Barbiturates (eg, phenobarbital), carbamazepine, hydantoins (eg, phenytoin), iron, or urinary alkalinizers (eg, sodium bicarbonate) because they may decrease Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets's effectiveness


• Acitretin, anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), digoxin, isotretinoin, methotrexate, or methoxyflurane because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets


• Live oral typhoid vaccine, hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills), or penicillins (eg, amoxicillin) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-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 Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets:

Use Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets by mouth with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food or milk to reduce stomach irritation.


• Swallow Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.


• Drink plenty of fluids with Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets to wash it down. This will also help to decrease the risk of throat irritation from Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets.


• If you have trouble swallowing Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets whole, you may carefully break up the tablet and sprinkle it on a spoonful of smooth applesauce. Do not crush or damage the beads in this tablet. Do not use hot applesauce. Mix the medicine with the applesauce and swallow the mixture right away, followed by a glass of water. Do not chew the mixture. Do not store the mixture for use at a later time.


• Do not take an antacid that has aluminum, calcium, or magnesium in it; bismuth-containing products; urinary alkalinizers (eg, sodium bicarbonate); or multivitamins with minerals within 2 hours before or after you take Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets.


• To clear up your infection completely, take Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.


• If you are taking Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets to prevent malaria, you should begin to take it 1 to 2 days before you travel to the malaria-infected area. You will need to keep taking it for 4 weeks after you leave the area. Discuss any questions with your doctor.


• Do not use Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets if it is outdated or has been stored incorrectly.


• If you miss a dose of Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-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 Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets.

Important safety information:

• Be sure to use Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets 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.


• Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).


• Long-term or repeated use of Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets 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.


• If you are taking Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets to prevent malaria, please note that no malaria medicine, including Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets, guarantees protection against malaria. Stay in well-screened areas, use mosquito nets, cover the body with clothing, and use insect repellent to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.


• Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets. To prevent pregnancy, use an extra form of birth control (eg, condoms).


• Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time.


• 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 blood stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.


• Do not use more than the recommended dose or use Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.


• Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.


• Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets.


• Lab tests, including liver function, kidney function, and complete blood cell counts, may be performed while you use Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-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.


• Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 8 years old; permanent yellow-gray-brown tooth discoloration may occur.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets has been shown to cause harm to the fetus. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets while you are pregnant. Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets are found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets.

Possible side effects of Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-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:

Loss of appetite; nausea; sensitivity to sunlight; 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; unusual hoarseness); bloody stools; chest pain; dark urine; decreased urination; fever, chills, or sore throat; moderate to severe sunburn; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; severe diarrhea; severe or persistent headache; stomach pain or cramps; throat irritation; trouble swallowing; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual joint pain; unusual tiredness; vaginal irritation or discharge; vision changes; 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.

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.

Proper storage of Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets:

Store Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-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 Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-Release Tablets out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

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


• Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-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.


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

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Doxycycline Hyclate Delayed-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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