TRIENTINE HCL (Generic for SYPRINE)

Take this medication by mouth with water. Take it as directed on the prescription label. Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before and 2 hours after food. Do not cut, crush, or chew this medication. Swallow the capsules whole. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop.
Take other medications and supplements at a different time of day than this medication. Take this medication 2 hours BEFORE or 2 hours AFTER iron products. Take this medication 1 hour BEFORE or 2 hours AFTER products that contain calcium, magnesium, or zinc. Take this medication 1 hour BEFORE or 1 hour AFTER other oral medications.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.

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. You may need blood work while you are taking this medication. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
You may need to be on a special diet while you are taking this medication. Ask your care team.

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.

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 in a refrigerator. Protect from moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, take the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.

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.