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GENERIC NAME: PHENYLBUTAZONE, OXYPHENBUTAZONE - ORAL (fen-ill-BYOU-tuh-zone, ox-fen-BYOU-tuh-zone)
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication relieves pain and reduces swelling (inflammation) and fever. It also improves symptoms of gout. It is commonly used to treat pain, swelling and stiffness associated with arthritis, gout or other painful conditions.
HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Take this medication with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking this drug. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not take it more frequently or increase your dose. If this is being taken for longer than one week, your doctor may want to do blood or urine lab tests to evaluate therapy.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, heartburn, loss of appetite, stomach upset, lightheadedness, dizziness, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness, irritability may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: mouth sores, blurred vision, fever, sore throat, easy bruising, weakness, pale skin, ringing in the ears and/or loss of hearing. 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. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. 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.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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