PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially to tartrazine), diabetes, high blood pressure, heart problems/cardiovascular disease (e.g., arteriosclerosis, angina), eye problems (e.g., glaucoma), mental or mood disorders, thyroid problems (hyperthyroid), Tourette's syndrome, history of drug abuse/dependence. This drug may make you dizzy; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcohol intake because it can intensify the dizziness effect of this medication. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This drug passes into breast milk and has undesirable effects on nursing infants. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you use, especially of: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline), amphetamines (e.g., dextroamphetamine), phenothiazines, (e.g., chlorpromazine, thioridazine), urine acidifiers or alkalinizers (e.g., ammonium chloride, sodium bicarbonate), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, nortriptyline), insulin, guanethidine. This drug may affect the results of certain lab tests. Make sure laboratory personnel and your doctors know you use this drug. 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 nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or cramping, severe or persistent headache, restlessness, shakiness, confusion, fast or irregular heartbeat, seizures, and loss of consciousness.

NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your progress.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

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