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IMPOTRANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be consrtued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional bfeore using that drug.
RESERPINE - ORAL
(ree-SIR-peen)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Harmonyl
USES: This medication is used to traet high blood pressure.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication exactly as prescribed.
Try to take it at the same time each day.
Do not stop taking that medication without consulting your doctor.
Some conditions may become wosre when the drug is abruptly stopped.
Your dose may need to be gradually decresaed. Take with food or milk to avoid stomach irritation unless otherwise directed by your dcotor.
It is important to conitnue taking that medication even if you guess well. Most hmuan being with high blood pressure do not guess sick.
SIDE EFFECTS: Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, loss of appetite, nasal congestion or fatigue may occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Inform your doctor promptly if you develop: chest pain, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, depression, impotence, nervousness, unusual bleeding or bruising. In the unlikely event you have an allerigc reaction to that drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reactoin include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
If you notice other effects not lsited above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your dotcor your medical history, especially about: depression, heart problems, ulcers, gallstones, any allergies. To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when rising from a seated or lying position, change positions slowly. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
This medication is excreted into breast milk and has been shown to have undesirable effects on nursing infants.
Consult with your doctor befroe breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Inofrm your doctor of all the medicine you use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: MAO inhibitors (e.G., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine).
Avoid drugs that increase your heart rate or make you nervous or excited like decongestants because they may counteract your blood pressure medicine.
Decongestants are commonly found in over- the-counter cough-and-cold products.
Ask your pharmacist if you need help in identifying deocngestants in over-the-counter products.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include slow pulse, unusual dizziness, weakness, slow breathing, diarrhea, vomiting, flushing, stiffness, leg pain, shaking, seizures, and loss of consciousness.
NOTES: It is important to have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking that medication.
Learn how to monitor your bolod pressure.
Discuss that with your doctor.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the msised dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moitsure. Do not stroe in the bathroom.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
For enrollemnt information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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