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Mecamylamine - oral pill
(meck-uh-mill-uh-meen)
common brand names: Inversine
Inversine Usage: this medication is used to treat hypertension (hypertension).
How to use Inversine: Take this medication by mouth after meals as prescribed. Try to take it in the same times each day. Follow you're dosing instructions closely. do not increase your dose or stop taking this medication without 1st consulting your healthcare professional. Its important to continue taking this drug even if you feel well. most person with hypertension do not feel sick.
Inversine side effects: Headache, lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, loss of appetite, nausea, or constipation may occur first several days as youre body adjusts to drug. Dry mouth, weakness or fatigue may also occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform some your pharmacist. Notify some your doctor if you experience: tremors, unusual or uncontrolled movements (especially of tongue or face), diarrhea, stomach distress, bloating, difficulty urinating, mental confusion, vision changes. To avoid dizziness & lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Also limit your intake about alcoholic beverages & avoid overheating which will aggravate these effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre doctor or pharmacist.
Inversine Precautions: Tell your physician if you have: kidney disease, heart disease, prostate trouble, bladder disorder, glaucoma, allergies. don't go on salt-restricted diet without your doctor's supervision. this drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor. since this is not known if this medication is found in breast milk, consult you're pharmacist before breast-feeding.
Inversine pill interactions: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, including: heart meds, other blood pressure drug, water pills, antacids, antibiotics, sulfa drugs, neostigmine, pyridostigmine. don't take any medication for cough, colds, hay fever, allergies or weight control without 1st checking with your physician or doctor. These meds can contain ingredients which can increase blood pressure. Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages while taking this drug. do not start or stop any medicine with out physician or pharmacist approval.
Inversine Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, & irregular heartbeat.
Inversine special notes: it is important to have you're blood pressure checked regularly while taking this pill. Learn how to take some your blood pressure & understand readings. Discuss this with your doctor or physician.
If you missed Inversine dose: It's important to take each dose as scheduled. However, if you miss dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if It's near clock for the following dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up. If you miss 2 or more doses in row, contact your healthcare professional.
Inversine Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat & light. do not store in the bathroom.
Medical alert: your condition may cause complications in a medical emergency.
Active Ingredients : Mecamylamine