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Directions:
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE MAY BE USED ORALLY OR RECTALLY. If taking this medicine orally, it may be mixed with fruit juice, water, or milk. Drink 1 or more 8-ounce glasses of liquid with each dose. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
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Cautions:
IT MAY TAKE SEVERAL DAYS for this medicine to work. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes antacids and laxatives. IF YOU ARE A DIABETIC and are using this medicine, contact your doctor if you experience symptoms of high blood sugar (excessive thirst or urination, nausea, vomiting, or "fruity" breath) after taking this medicine. FOR WOMEN: IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include gas, belching, or abdominal cramps. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience severe diarrhea. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
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