GENERIC NAME: TROLEANDOMYCIN - ORAL (troh-lee-an-doh-MY-sin)

BRAND NAME(S): TAO

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is an antibiotic similar to erythromycin used to treat various infections.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth as directed usually four times a day for 7 to 10 days. For best results, take each dose at evenly spaced intervals around the clock. This will ensure a constant level of medication in your blood. Take this medication for the full time prescribed. Do not stop taking this without your doctor's approval. Stopping therapy too soon may result in a reinfection.

SIDE EFFECTS: Indigestion, nausea, diarrhea or stomach ache may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop symptoms of jaundice such as: dark urine, clay-colored stools, yellowing of eyes or skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.g., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection). If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: other illnesses, liver problems, allergies (especially drug allergies). This drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Small amounts of drug appear in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: carbamazepine, theophylline, terfenadine, astemizole, antihistamines, cisapride, certain drugs for high cholesterol (e.g., lovastatin). This drug may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills. Discuss using other methods of birth control with your doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.