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VIAGRA
(SILDENAFIL - ORAL)
Possible uses of this medication
Viagra is used to treat male sexual function problems (erection problems).
How to take this medication
Viagra is taken by mouth as needed between four hours and one-half hour
before sexual activity (about one hour before is most effective). Take
only as directed, usually once daily as needed. Sildenafil works along
with sexual stimulation to help achieve an erection.
Side Effects
Headache, flushing, stomach upset, nasal stuffiness, diarrhea and
dizziness might occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your
doctor promptly.
Precautions
Before using Viagra, tell your doctor your medical history, including any
allergies (especially drug allergies), any penis conditions such as
fibrosis/scarring, history of painful/prolonged erection (priapism),
sickle cell anemia, blood system cancers (such as leukemia or myeloma), or
Peyronie's disease, eye problems (retina diseases). kidney or liver
disease, bleeding disorders or active stomach ulcers, heart diseases,
stroke or severe high or low blood pressure. Limit alcohol intake, as it
may aggravate side effects of this drug. To avoid dizziness and
lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up
slowly. The elderly may be more sensitive to the side effects of this
drug, therefore caution is advised in this group.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you
may use, especially any nitrate medications (e.g., nitroglycerin,
isosorbide dinitrate), nitroprusside (any "nitric oxide donor" medicines),
cimetidine, erythromycin, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole,
ketoconazole), mibefradil, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin) or high blood
pressure medicines.
Missed Dose
Not applicable.
Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C)
away from light and moisture. Keep this and all medications out of the
reach of children.
Notes
Do not share Viagra with others, since they may have a problem that is not
effectively treated by this drug. Use of this drug does not protect
against sexually transmitted diseases (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis B, gonorrhea).
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ZYBAN (BUPROPION
SUSTAINED RELEASE - ORAL)
Possible uses of this medication
Zyban is used to help you quit smoking.
How to take this medication
Swallow this medication whole. Do not crush or chew them or the sustained
activity of the drug will be destroyed and the chances of side effects
occurring may be increased. Take as directed, usually twice daily for 7 to
12 weeks. Do not take more or less medication than prescribed. Since this
drug can cause sleeplessness at first, it is best not to take near
bedtime. It is advised to continue smoking for the first week after
starting this drug, until it reaches higher levels in your blood. Do not
smoke if using any nicotine products with this drug. Too much nicotine can
cause serious side effects.
Side Effects
Zyban is generally well tolerated. Dry mouth, headache, increased
sweating, constipation, anxiety and fatigue may occur. If these effects
persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
Precautions
Before taking bupropion tell your doctor if you have a history of
seizures, head injury, brain tumor; heart, liver or kidney disease, an
eating disorder or any mental conditions, diabetes or if you have any
allergies. Limit or avoid consumption of alcoholic beverages; alcohol can
increase your risk of seizures. Chronic alcohol users who suddenly stop
the intake of alcohol while taking bupropion may increase the risk of
having seizures. Suddenly stopping certain tranquilizers (e.g., diazepam,
chlordiazepoxide) is not recommended because doing so may increase the
risk of having seizures. Elderly patients may be more sensitive to the
effects of this drug. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to
become pregnant before taking this drug. This drug is excreted into breast
milk. Because of the potential risk to the infant, breast-feeding while
using Zyban is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions
Before taking bupropion tell your doctor of all nonprescription and
prescription medications you may use especially MAO inhibitors (e.g.,
isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, pargyline, selegiline,
furazolidone), levodopa, theophylline, corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone),
seizure medications, sedatives, ritonavir, tranquilizers/psychiatric drugs
(e.g., chlorpromazine), other antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline),
salicylates (e.g., aspirin, salsalate), isoniazid, chlolinesterase
inhibitors (e.g., tacrine, donepezil), morphine, and adrenaline-like drugs
(e.g., pseudoephedrine). Excess caffeine intake can increase the chance of
seizures with this drug. Check all nonprescription/prescription drug
labels for caffeine. Consult doctor or pharmacist. A certain product used
to help quit smoking contains bupropion. Do not take that product while
using this one.
Missed Dose
Take any missed dose as soon as possible but not if it is within 8 hours
of the next dose. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose
and resume your regular schedule. Do not "double up" the dose.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Keep this and
all medications out of the reach of children.
Notes
Do not allow anyone else to take this medication.
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