danazol-oral (cont.)
PRECAUTIONS: Before you take danazol, tell your doctor if you have: migraine headaches, heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, seizures, breast cancer, abnormal bleeding, strokes, prostate cancer, other illnesses, allergies (especially drug allergies). If dizziness or blurred vision occurs, use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness. Extreme caution is advised for use in children. Pediatric specialist consultation is also advised. Geriatric men are at increased risk of developing enlarged prostate and prostate cancer with the use of androgen-like drugs. Use of non-hormonal contraceptives such as a condom, diaphragm or sponge is recommended while taking this drug and until you have had at least one menstrual period after stopping the drug. Danazol can cause menstrual periods to stop entirely but they usually resume within two to three months after danazol treatment. This drug must not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Breast feeding should be avoided while using this drug.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use. 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: Do not share this product with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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