Demser
Warnings
What may interact with Demser?
-alcohol
-antihistamines for allergy, cough, and cold
-barbiturates, like phenobarbital
-certain medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disorders
-certain medicines for sleep
-general anesthetics
-haloperidol
-medicines that relax muscles for surgery
-narcotic medicines for pain
-phenothiazines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Demser?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-kidney disease
-liver disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to metyrosine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Demser?
Visit your doctor or healthcare professional for regular check ups.
After you stop taking this medicine you may have trouble sleeping for a few days.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Drink several glasses of water a day. This will help to lower your risk of kidney problems.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep the bottle tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
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