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PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: recent fever or illness, bleeding problems (e.g., hemophilia, low platelet counts), cancer, immune system disorders, use of "blood thinners" (warfarin, heparin), any allergies (e.g., yeast). This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), anti-cancer drugs, immunosuppresants (e.g., azathioprine, cyclosporine, tacrolimus). 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 may be performed to monitor your response to the vaccine.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule.
STORAGE: Store refrigerated between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Discard this product if it has been frozen.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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