Drug Name: ISOXSUPRINE HCL ISOXSUPRINE HCL DESCRIPTION: ISOXSUPRINE - ORAL (eye-SOX-you-preen) COMMON ISOXSUPRINE HCL BRAND NAME(S): Vasodilan ISOXSUPRINE HCL SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, flushing, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, trembling, weakness or nervousness may occur the first several days as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake of alcoholic beverages and avoid overheating which will aggravate these effects. Notify your doctor if you develop chest pain, a pounding heartbeat or a skin rash while taking ISOXSUPRINE HCL. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. HOW TO USE ISOXSUPRINE HCL: ISOXSUPRINE HCL: Take ISOXSUPRINE HCL as prescribed. Do not stop taking ISOXSUPRINE HCL without consulting your doctor. ISOXSUPRINE HCL USES: ISOXSUPRINE HCL helps to widen blood vessels so blood flows better. It is used in Raynaud's disease and other blood vessels disorders to improve blood flow. ISOXSUPRINE HCL PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have any blood disorders, bleeding episodes or allergies. ISOXSUPRINE HCL should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Since small amounts of ISOXSUPRINE HCL are found in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. ISOXSUPRINE HCL DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages while taking this medication as the risk of dizziness may be increased. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. ISOXSUPRINE HCL OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include blurred vision, chest pain, fever, metallic taste, and decrease in urination. ISOXSUPRINE HCL NOTES: ISOXSUPRINE HCL has been used investigationally to treat dysmenorrhea, threatened abortion and premature labor. MISSED ISOXSUPRINE HCL DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. ISOXSUPRINE HCL STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat, moisture and light. Do not store in the bathroom. |