cyclosporine microemulsion-oral capsule (cont.)
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: It is important to keep regular doctor visits so your progress can be monitored. Laboratory tests will be done periodically while receiving this medication.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered. Do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature 77 degrees F(25 degrees C).
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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