Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: fainting, fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat.Ī very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. This effect is harmless since your body has already absorbed the medication. To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.Īn empty tablet shell may appear in your stool. If headaches continue or become severe, tell your doctor promptly. Your doctor may recommend treating headaches with an over-the-counter pain reliever (such as acetaminophen, aspirin). Headache is often a sign that this medication is working. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, and flushing may occur as your body adjusts to this medication. Tell your doctor if this medication stops working well (for example, you have more frequent or worsening chest pain).
Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.Īlthough unlikely, when this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well and may require different dosing. Some conditions may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor. To help you remember, take it at the same time each day. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.
Also, do not split the tablets unless they have a score line and your doctor or pharmacist tells you to do so.
Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Swallow this medication whole with a half glass of water (4 ounces/120 milliliters) unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually once daily when you wake up.
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