What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow it with a drink of water. You can take
it with or without food. If it upsets your stomach it may help to take it with food. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do
not take it more often than directed. Finish all the medicine you are prescribed even if you think your infection is better.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed. This medicine has been
used in children as young as 6 years old.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is less than four hours to your next dose, take only that dose and skip the missed dose. Do not take double or extra doses.
What may interact with this medicine?
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not get better in a few days.
If you are diabetic you may get a false-positive result for sugar in your urine. Check with your doctor or health
care professional before you change your diet or the dose of your diabetes medicine.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional
if they continue or are bothersome):
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw the medicine away after the expiration date.