DRONABINOL - ORAL (Marinol) side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.

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dronabinol-oral (cont.)

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: narcotic pain relievers, sleeping pills, sedatives, barbiturates, anti-anxiety medication. Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages while taking this medication since the risk of side effects will be increased. 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. Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, dry mouth, fast heartbeat, mood changes, slurred speech, loss of coordination, and lightheadedness.

NOTES: It is important that this medication be taken under supervision of a responsible adult since mood or behavior changes may occur. It may be necessary for the first dose or two to be taken in the doctor's office or while in the hospital so your response can be monitored closely.

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-up" the dose to catch up.

STORAGE: Store in a cool environment between 46 to 59 degrees F (8 to 15 degrees C). May be refrigerated. Do not freeze.

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