Myochrysine - Gold Sodium Thiomalate - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Myochrysine.
• Aurolate
• gold So-dee-um thigh-oh-MAL-ate

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

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

Possible Side Effects

• Temporary joint pain may occur.
• Also, for short periods after injections, flushing, dizziness, sweating, headache or blurred vision may occur.
• If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Your doctor may consider switching you to aurothioglucose if these reactions recur or worsen.
• Report promptly.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat arthritis (rheumatoid) along with other medications.
• Also, this medication is usually used in combination with rest and physical therapy for arthritis.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This drug may also be used for other forms of arthritis.

Usage Instructions

• This drug is given by injection into a muscle (IM), generally once a week initially.
• As treatment continues, the drug is generally given every 3-4 weeks.
• This should not be given by vein (IV).
• To minimize side effects, it is advised to be lying down when receiving this drug, and for ten minutes afterward.
• Beneficial effects occur slowly and 6 to 8 weeks treatment may be required before improvement occurs.
• Treatment is continued indefinitely, depending on any side effects and/or improvement in your condition.
• Do not use this solution if it is darker than pale yellow in color.

Myochrysine Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
• Do not freeze.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include diarrhea, hives, and severe itching.

Warning

• This medication can cause severe, even fatal, side effects including blood cell problems (decreased white blood cells and platelets).
• Immediately notify your doctor if you have signs of an infection (such as persistent sore throat or fever), unusual fatigue, dark or pink-reddish urine, itching, rash, mouth sores or irritation (stomatitis), or persistent diarrhea.
• Your doctor will be closely monitoring certain lab tests (for example, white blood cells, platelets) before starting therapy and before you receive each injected dose or written prescription.

Read Before Using Myochrysine (precautions)

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

Myochrysine Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory tests will be done during therapy to reduce the chance of side effects.
• This drug may interfere with certain blood iodine tests.
• Do not share this medication with others.

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).

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist promptly to establish a new dosing schedule.