Aciphex
Before using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. ADDITIONAL
MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
digoxin, iron, itraconazole, ketoconazole, sucralfate, or vitamins
with iron. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions
or concerns about using this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using Aciphex provided by your doctor.
SWALLOW WHOLE. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing. STORE
Aciphex at room temperature at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a
tightly-closed container, away from heat, moisture, and light. IF
YOU MISS A DOSE OF Aciphex and you are taking 1 dose daily, take
the missed dose if you remember the same day. Skip the missed dose
if you do not remember until the next day. DO NOT take 2 doses at
once.
Cautions
BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN:
IT IS UNKNOWN IF Aciphex IS EXCRETED in breast milk. DO NOT BREAST-FEED
while taking this medicine.
Possible side effects
NO COMMON SIDE EFFECTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED with the proper use of
this medicine. If you notice any unusual effects, contact your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
Aciphex from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to
find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug
interactions
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately.
Additional information
If you are taking Aciphex for gastric ulcers or reflux disease,
your symptoms should improve within 4 to 8 weeks. If your symptoms
do not improve or if they become worse, contact your doctor. DO
NOT SHARE Aciphex with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO
NOT USE Aciphex for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE
out of the reach of children and pets. IF USING Aciphex FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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