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Acetophenazine Maleate Oral - Phenothiazines - Oral Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Acetophenazine Maleate Oral
- HOW TO USE: Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs unless directed otherwise by your doctor. Your dosage is based on your condition and response to the medication. Take this medication exactly as prescribed. Do not increase your dose or stop taking this drug without first consulting your doctor. In the treatment of mental or emotional conditions, it may take up to two weeks for full benefit to be noticed.
- USES: This medication is used to treat mental/emotional conditions. It is also used to treat nausea and vomiting and may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Acetophenazine Maleate Oral Miscellaneous Notes
- 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).
Acetophenazine Maleate Oral Storage Instructions
- Store below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
- Keep out of reach of children.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose and take 1 dose daily, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
- In that case, skip the missed dose and resume your usual schedule.
- If you take more than 1 dose daily, take it as soon as possible if it is within an hour or so of the missed dose.
- If not remembered within an hour, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include, restlessness, confusion, excitement, weakness, fatigue, fainting, dizziness, rapid or irregular heartbeat, small pupil size, tremors, difficulty in swallowing or breathing, excessive drowsiness, very low body temperature, or seizures.
Drug Interactions
- Inform your doctor about all the medications you use (both prescription and nonprescription) especially.
Read Before Using Acetophenazine Maleate Oral (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.
Possible Side Effects
- Constipation, drowsiness, vision changes or dry mouth may occur.
- If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
- This medication may cause dizziness and lightheadedness.
- To minimize these effects, get up slowly when rising from a seated or lying position.
- Unlikely to occur but report promptly.