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Take this medication by mouth. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Do not take this medication with food or drink. Leave the tablet in the sealed pack until you are ready to take it. With dry hands, open the pack and gently remove the tablet. If the tablet breaks or crumbles, throw it away. Use a new tablet. Place the tablet under the tongue and allow it to dissolve for at least 1 minute before swallowing. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Do not eat or drink for at least 5 minutes after taking the medication. Wash your hands after handling the tablet. Do not stop taking except on your care team's advice.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as 5 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Your care team should prescribe auto-injectable epinephrine for you to keep at home for treating a severe allergic reaction if needed. Your care team will tell you how to use the auto-injectable epinephrine. Some medications may make epinephrine not work as well or worsen side effects. Talk with your care team if you take any of these medications:
-Certain medications for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heartbeat
-Certain medications for depression, anxiety, or mental health conditions
-Chlorpheniramine
-Diphenhydramine
-Diuretics
-Ergot alkaloids, such as dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
-MAOIs, such as Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
-Thyroid hormone

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. If you miss more than one dose, contact your care team before restarting.

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep this medication in the original container.
Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.