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DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: drugs that aid blood clotting (e.g., tranexamic acid, aminocaproic acid), NSAIDs - non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g. aspirin, ibuprofen). Many non-prescription products contain aspirin/NSAIDs which can cause or promote bleeding. Check labels carefully and consult your pharmacist. 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 medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (blood tests) may be performed to monitor your progress. Keep all regular medical and laboratory appointments.

MISSED DOSE: It is important to receive this drug exactly as prescribed. However, if you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule. If the dose is interrupted, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish new dosing.

STORAGE: Store vials in a refrigerator between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 to 8 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Brief storage at room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C) is permitted. Do not freeze. Consult your pharmacist for details regarding the stability of the drug after mixing with correct IV fluids. Discard any unused fluid.

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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