plicamycin-injection, Mithracin (cont.)DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any prescription and nonprescription medication you may use. Do not stop or start 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: This medication can lower your body's ability to fight an infection. Notify your doctor if you develop any signs of an infection such as fever, sore throat, rash, or chills. Avoid touching your eyes or inside your nose without first washing your hands. Use caution with sharp objects like safety razors or nail cutters and avoid activities such as contact sports in order to lower the chance of getting cut, bruised or injured. Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine. Regular doctor visits are important. Frequent blood tests will be done to monitor therapy. MISSED DOSE: It is important to receive each scheduled dose of this medication. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor. STORAGE: Prior to reconstitution, store in the refrigerator between 36 and 46 degree F (between 2.2 and 7.8 degrees C). MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada). Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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