ma-huang (Ephedra sp)-oral (cont.)
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: mental/mood changes, dizziness, trouble sleeping, changes in the appearance of the skin, trouble with urination, restlessness. Very unlikely but report promptly: chest pain, fast/irregular pulse, trouble breathing, seizure, fainting, slurred speech, one-sided weakness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using this product: heart disease (e.g., heart attack, angina, coronary artery disease), stroke, circulation problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, seizures, thyroid problems (hyperthyroid), glaucoma (narrow angle), prostate problems, any allergies. If you experience dizziness, caution is advised when performing tasks requiring alertness (e.g., driving). Liquid preparations of this product may contain sugar and/or alcohol. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, alcohol dependence or liver disease. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safe use of this product. Ma-huang is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this product. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this product is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use, especially of: heart medications, beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol, metoprolol), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline), phenothiazine drugs (e.g., chlorpromazine, thioridazine), medication for blood pressure, adrenaline-like drugs (e.g., epinephrine, norepinephrine, pseudoephedrine), digoxin, caffeine- containing products, theophylline. Check the label of all nonprescription cough, cold or allergy products, as they may contain adrenaline-like drugs such as pseudoephedrine or phenylpropanolamine. Using ma-huang with pseudoephedrine or phenylpropanolamine-containing products may increase the likelihood of serious side effects. Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Ma-huang can interfere with certain lab tests. Make sure that your doctor and lab personnel know that you are using this product.
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