Lysodren - Mitotane - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Lysodren.
• Lysodren
• MY-toe-tain

What To Do In Case Of 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-up" the dose to catch up.

Read Before Using Lysodren (precautions)

• Before using this drug, tell your doctor your entire medical history, including.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat cancer of the adrenal glands.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth as directed, generally 3 or 4 times daily.
• Follow instructions carefully, as the dosage will be adjusted based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
• Generally, natural replacement corticosteroids (for example, hydrocortisone) are used every day with this drug to lessen the chance of side effects.
• It may take up to several months to receive the full benefit from this drug.
• Learn proper technique for safe handling and disposal of this medicine and its container.
• Consult your pharmacist.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Lysodren Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Possible Side Effects

• Dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, headache, muscle aches, twitching or unusual weakness may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Report promptly.

Warning

• Mitotane causes your body to decrease its ability to quickly respond to stress (shock, severe injury, or infection).
• Mitotane may need to be stopped if you experience an injury, infection, or other stressful situation.
• Your doctor may prescribe another medication (corticosteroid) in a situation where mitotane must be stopped.
• You will be closely monitored while you are using this medication.
• Notify your doctor if you experience unusual weakness, fatigue, dizziness or fainting, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, or signs of an infection (for example, persistent sore throat or fever).

Lysodren Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory/medical tests may be performed to monitor response to this medicine.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Other Medicinal Applications

• This drug may also be used for other adrenal problems (for example, Cushing's syndrome).