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red yeast rice (Monascus purpureus)-oral (cont.)

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription medications you may use, especially of: erythromycin, cyclosporine, drugs that control cholesterol (e.g., gemfibrozil, clofibrate, niacin, lovastatin, simvastatin, pravastatin).

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: Proper diet and exercise are important parts of controlling cholesterol levels and decreasing your risk of heart disease. Consult your doctor about an exercise program and diet.

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: Refer to storage information printed on the package. If you have any questions about storage, ask your pharmacist.


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