Daraprim
Warnings
What may interact with Daraprim?
-Sulfonamide antibiotics
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Daraprim
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Anemia or other blood disorders
-Folate deficiency
-History of alcohol use disorder
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-Nutrition problems
-Seizures
-An unusual or allergic reaction to pyrimethamine, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Daraprim?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Tell your care team if your symptoms do not improve or if you get new symptoms. If you get a skin rash, stop taking your medication and contact your care team right away.
Talk to your care team if you wish to become pregnant or think you might be pregnant. This medication can cause serious birth defects. Talk to your care team about reliable contraception.
You may need to take folinic acid while you are taking this medication. Talk to your care team.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets. This medication is very dangerous in overdose.
Store between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light and 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, empty 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.
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