VERSACLOZ

Take this medication by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Also follow the Instructions for Use sheet which provides detailed steps for preparing and taking your dose, and disposing of empty bottles. This medication may be taken with or without food. Shake the bottle well for 10 seconds before each use. Use the oral syringe that comes with your medication to measure each dose. Household spoons are not accurate. Take your medication as soon as you draw it into the syringe. Do not store the medication in the syringe for later use. Take your medication at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. 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. 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. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not start to get better or if they get worse.
Do not suddenly stop taking this medication. You may develop a severe reaction. Your care team will tell you how much medication to take. If your care team wants you to stop the medication, the dose may be slowly lowered over time to avoid any side effects.
This medication may cause serious skin reactions. They can happen weeks to months after starting the medication. Contact your care team right away if you notice fevers or flu-like symptoms with a rash. The rash may be red or purple and then turn into blisters or peeling of the skin. You may also notice a red rash with swelling of the face, lips, or lymph nodes in your neck or under your arms.
You must have a weekly blood test when you first begin this medication. If your blood counts stay in the right range for the first 6 months, the frequency of your test may then be reduced. Your name will go on a national registry of patients who take this medication, to make sure that you have never had a serious reaction to it.
This medication can cause constipation. Talk to your care team if you have bowel movements less often than usual or if you have less than 3 bowel movements per week. Call your care team if stool is hard or dry, or if you have trouble passing gas. Contact your care team right away if you have nausea, vomiting, or belly swelling or pain. Drink plenty of water.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
Do not treat yourself for colds, fever, diarrhea, or allergies. Some nonprescription medications may increase possible side effects, so ask your care team for advice before using them.
This medication may increase blood sugar. Ask your care team if changes in diet or medications are needed if you have diabetes.
If you smoke, tell your care team if you notice this medication is not working well for you. Talk to your care team if you decide to stop smoking.
If you are going to have surgery tell your care team that you are taking this medication.
This medication can cause problems with controlling your body temperature. It can lower the response of your body to cold temperatures. If possible, stay indoors during cold weather. If you must go outdoors, wear warm clothes. It can also lower the response of your body to heat. Do not overheat. Do not over-exercise. Stay out of the sun when possible. If you must be in the sun, wear cool clothing. Drink plenty of water. If you have trouble controlling your body temperature, call your care team right away.

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 a dose for more than 2 days, check with your care team before starting to take it again to make sure you take the correct dose.

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.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Do not refrigerate or freeze. Protect from light. The opened bottle expires 100 days after the initial opening. Throw away 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.