How is this drug best taken?
Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.Take with or without food.To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.Take this drug at the same time of day.Keep taking this drug as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.Do not take antacids that have aluminum or magnesium in them within 2 hours of this drug.A liquid (suspension) can be made if you cannot swallow pills. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist.If a liquid (suspension) is made, shake well before use.
Liquid (suspension):
Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with this drug. If there is none, ask the pharmacist for a device to measure this drug.Do not use a household teaspoon or tablespoon to measure this drug. Doing so could lead to the dose being too high.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
Skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
How do I store and/or throw out this drug?
If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
