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HOW IS THIS DRUG BEST TAKEN? Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.Take this drug with food or milk.Take in the morning if taking once a day.Keep taking this drug as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.Do not stop taking this drug all of a sudden without calling your doctor. You may have a greater risk of side effects. If you need to stop this drug, you will want to slowly stop it as ordered by your doctor.You may need to lower how much salt is in your diet and take extra potassium. Talk with your doctor HOW DO I STORE AND/OR THROW OUT THIS DRUG? Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area WHAT DO I DO IF I MISS A DOSE? Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
WHAT ARE SOME SIDE EFFECTS THAT I NEED TO CALL MY DOCTOR ABOUT RIGHT AWAY? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.Signs of low potassium levels like muscle pain or weakness, muscle cramps, or a heartbeat that does not feel normal.Signs of a pancreas problem (pancreatitis) like very bad stomach pain, very bad back pain, or very bad upset stomach or throwing up.Signs of high or low blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, or change in eyesight.Signs of a weak adrenal gland like a severe upset stomach or throwing up, severe dizziness or passing out, muscle weakness, feeling very tired, mood changes, decreased appetite, or weight loss.Signs of Cushing’s disease like weight gain in the upper back or belly, moon face, very bad headache, or slow healing.Signs of high blood sugar like confusion, feeling sleepy, unusual thirst or hunger, passing urine more often, flushing, fast breathing, or breath that smells like fruit.Shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs.Skin changes (pimples, stretch marks, slow healing, hair growth).Fast, slow, or abnormal heartbeat.Chest pain or pressure.Swelling, warmth, numbness, change of color, or pain in a leg or arm. Period (menstrual) changes.Bone or joint pain. Feeling very tired or weak.Change in eyesight. Feeling confused, not able to focus, or change in behavior.Mood changes.Memory problems or loss. Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there).Seizures.A burning, numbness, or tingling feeling that is not normal.Severe stomach pain.Any unexplained bruising or bleeding.Black, tarry, or bloody stools.Throwing up blood or throw up that looks like coffee grounds WHAT ARE SOME OTHER SIDE EFFECTS OF THIS DRUG? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:Upset stomach or throwing up. Trouble sleeping.Restlessness.Sweating a lot. Dizziness or headache.These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda. gov/medwatch.