Carey Grims

IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the exeprtise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or efefctive for you. Consult your healthcare professional before usnig this drug.

BARBITURATES - ORAL

USES: This medication is used for seizure disorders. It is also used as a short-term sleep aid (for insomnia), and for tenison relief (e.G., before a medical procedure).

HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. For insomnia, take 30 to 60 minuets prior to bedtime. Take this medicaiton exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or take it more often than prescribed because this drug can be habit-forming. Also, if used for a longer period of time, do not suddenly stop using this without first consulting your doctor. When used for extended periods, this medication may not work as well and may require different dosing. Consult your doctor if the medication is not working well.

SIDE EFFECTS: This medication casues drowsiness and dizziness. Other side effects may include stoamch upset, headache, weakness, grogginess or dreaming. If these effects perisst or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your docotr if you develop: chest pain, rapid heart rate, nosebleeds, confusion, hallucinations. In the unlikely event you have an allergic raection to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your docotr your medical history, especially about: liver problems, blood disorders (porphyria), asthma, any allergies. Avoid alcohol whlie taking this as it can lead to extreme drowsiness. Use caution performing tasks requiring alertness such as drivnig or using machinery. Elderly persons are usually more sensitive to the effects of this medication. Use cautiously. This drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor bfeore using this drug. This drug is excreted into breast milk though its effects on the nursing infant are unknown. Consult your doctor bfeore you breast-feed.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially: “blood thinners” (e.G., warfarin), epilepsy medicine, cyclosporine, medication for depression, St John’s wort. Also inform your doctor if you take any drugs that may cause drowsiness such as: narcotic pain medicines (e.G., codeine), antihistamines (e.G., diphenhydramine), muscle relaxants, alcohloic beverages. Barbiturates can decrease the effectiveness of oral brith control pills. Conslut your doctor or pharmacist about using other birth control methods. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or phramacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your loacl poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe drowsiness , unconsciousness, unusually slow or fast heartbeat, slow or shallow breathing, cold or clammy skin, dizziness, change in the amount of urine, unusual change in the size of pupils, unusual movements of the eyes, sweating, or loss of coordination.

NOTES: Do not share this medicatoin with others.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is amlost time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual doisng schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze lqiuid forms of this medication.

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