Valtoco
Warnings
What may interact with VALTOCO?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-Opioid medications for cough
-Sodium oxybate
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Alcohol
-Antihistamines for allergy, cough, and cold
-Certain antibiotics, such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, rifampin
-Certain medications for anxiety or sleep
-Certain medications for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heartbeat
-Certain medications for depression, such as amitriptyline, fluoxetine, sertraline, tranylcypromine
-Certain medications for fungal infections, such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, clotrimazole
-Certain medications for mental health conditions
-Certain medications for seizures, such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, valproate
-Cimetidine
-Cyclosporine
-Dexamethasone
-General anesthetics, such as lidocaine, pramoxine, tetracaine
-MAOIs, such as Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
-Medications that relax muscles for surgery
-Omeprazole
-Opioid medications for pain
-Paclitaxel
-Phenothiazines, such as chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
-Theophylline
-Warfarin
What should I tell my health care provider before I take VALTOCO
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Glaucoma
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-Lung or breathing disease, such as asthma
-Myasthenia gravis
-Suicidal thoughts, plans, or attempt by you or a family member
-An unusual or allergic reaction to diazepam, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What should I watch for while using VALTOCO?
Call emergency services right away if seizures do not stop.
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress.
Do not stop taking this medication except on your care team's advice. You may develop a severe reaction. Your care team will tell you how much medication to take. Long term use of this medication may cause your brain and body to depend on it. This can happen even when used as directed by your care team. You and your care team will work together to determine how long you will need to take this medication.
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.
If you are taking another medication that also causes drowsiness, you may have more side effects. Give your care team a list of all medications you use. Your care team will tell you how much medication to take. Do not take more medication than directed. Get emergency help right away if you have problems breathing or unusual sleepiness.
Wear a medical ID bracelet or chain. Carry a card that describes your condition. List the medications and doses you take on the card.
If you or your family notice any changes in your behavior, such as new or worsening depression, thoughts of harming yourself, anxiety, other unusual or disturbing thoughts, or memory loss, call 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 before breastfeeding. Changes to your treatment plan may be needed.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets. This medication can be abused. Keep your medication in a safe place to protect it from theft. Do not share this medication with anyone. Selling or giving away this medication is dangerous and against the law. Follow the directions in the MedGuide.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 to 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Keep container tightly closed.
This medication may cause harm and death if it is taken by other adults, children, or pets. It is important to get rid of the medication as soon as you no longer need it, or it is expired. You can do this in two ways:
-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, pour 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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