Precautions
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Check with your doctor if severe nausea and vomiting continue after leaving the medical facility.
Do not receive this medicine if you are also using pimozide (Orap®). Using these medicines together may cause serious unwanted effects.
Birth control that contains hormones (eg, pills, rings, implants, other devices) may not work as well to prevent pregnancy when used with this medicine. Use another form of birth control (including condoms or spermicide) along with your pills during treatment with this medicine and for 1 month after the last dose. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away.
This medicine may cause a serious allergic reaction, including anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash, itching, hoarseness, trouble breathing, trouble swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after receiving this medicine.
This medicine may decrease the prothrombin time (time it takes for your blood to clot) when used together with warfarin (Coumadin®) in patients with blood clotting problems. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Portions of this document last updated: May 01, 2024
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