GENERIC NAME: FLOCTAFENINE - ORAL TABLET (flock-tuh-FEH-neen)
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It relieves pain and swelling. It is used to treat mild to moderate painful conditions.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed. Take this medication with 6 to 8 ounces (180-240ml) of water. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. If stomach upset occurs, this may be taken with food or milk. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase the dose or take it more often than prescribed.
SIDE EFFECTS: Drowsiness, dizziness, headache, stomach upset, nausea or diarrhea may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Report: mood changes, trouble sleeping, pain/burning with urination. Very unlikely but report promptly: unusual change in amount of urine, ringing in the ears, blurred vision, palpitations, unusual weakness, unusual bleeding or bruising, yellowing of the skin or eyes. If you notice any of the following unlikely but very serious side effects, stop taking this drug and consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately: black stools, persistent stomach/ abdominal pain, vomit that looks like coffee grounds. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, ulcers, heart disease, alcohol use, high blood pressure, eye disease, allergies (especially drug allergies). Use caution when performing tasks requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake as it may intensify the drowsiness effect of this medication. This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with this medicine, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Do not take aspirin without consulting your doctor. Check the ingredients of any nonprescription medication you may be taking since many cough-and-cold formulas contain aspirin. Infrequently, this medication may increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. If this happens to you, avoid prolonged sun exposure, wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen. Avoid sunlamps. Caution is advised when this drug is used in the elderly. This medication should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Use of this drug during the last 6 months of pregnancy is not recommended. This drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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