DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: other cancer chemotherapy medication. Tell your doctor if you take any drugs that cause drowsiness such as: medicine for sleep (e.g., sedatives), tranquilizers or anti-anxiety drugs (e.g., diazepam), narcotic pain relievers (e.g., codeine), psychiatric medicines (e.g., phenothiazines such as chlorpromazine or tricyclics such as amitriptyline), anti- seizure drugs (e.g., carbamazepine), muscle relaxants, certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). Check the labels on all your medicines (e.g., cough-and-cold products) because they may contain drowsiness-causing ingredients. Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

NOTES: Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects and response to treatment.

MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.

STORAGE: Store in a freezer at or below -4 degrees F (-20 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Unopened foil pouches may be kept at room temperature for 6 hours. Consult your pharmacist for details.

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