IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise 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 effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
(AH-seh-toe-hi-DROK-suh-mick acid)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Lithostat
USES: This medication is used, in addition to antibiotics or medical procedures, to treat certain types of bladder (urinary tract) infections.
HOW TO USE: This medication is taken by mouth three to four times daily on an empty stomach, as directed. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not take more than 1.5 grams daily.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, nausea, loss of appetite or fatigue may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Report promptly: mental/mood changes. Unlikely but report promptly: weakness, dark urine, yellowing eyes, rash, unusual hair loss. Very unlikely but report promptly: irregular heart beat, pain or redness of the leg, trouble breathing, chest pain. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any allergies, kidney disease, blood clots in legs, blood disorders (e.g., anemia), alcohol use. This medication may cause a reaction when used with alcohol, including rash or a feeling of warmth. If you experience these effects, avoid alcohol while taking this medication. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the use of alcohol. This medication should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Also, consult your doctor regarding use of reliable birth control while using this drug. It is not known whether this drug is excreted into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you use, especially of: multivitamins, iron supplements. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include anxiety or severe nausea and vomiting.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor for side effects and response to therapy.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 - 30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
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