First 90 patient consultation

Levothyroxine

Do not stop therapy without first consulting a physician.

Brimonidine Tartrate

Wait 5 minutes before instilling other ophthalmic preparations.

Dorzolamide Hydrochloride with Timolol Maleate

Wait 10 minutes before instilling other ophthalmic preparations.

Amlodipine Besylate

May be taken without regard to meals.

Losartan Potassium with Hydrochlorothiazide

Can be taken with or without food.

Lisinopril

May be taken without regard to meals.

Atorvastatin

Closely follow the prescribed diet placed on before drug therapy.

Valacyclovir Hydrochloride

Avoid sexual intercourse when used for genital herpes and when visible lesions are present. It is not a cure.

Acyclovir

Avoid sex when lesions are present. Not a cure.

Metformin

Should be taken with meals.

Sildenafil Citrate

Does not protect against STDs.

Tadalafil

Seek immediate medical assistance if an erection lasts for more than 4 hours.

Metronidazole

Complete with full course of therapy.

Nitrofurantoin

Take with food to enhance absorption.

Quinine Sulfate

Promptly report bruising, nose bleeds, blood in urine or stool, bleeding gums, red skin spots, rapid or irregular heartbeat, chest pain, trouble breathing or swelling of face.

Clindamycin Hydrochloride

Discontinue use and contact physician if a rash develops or diarrhea is severe or persistent.

Cefdinir

Shake suspension well before use.

Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim

Preferably taken on empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meals with a full glass (240 ml) of water.

Levofloxacin

Discontinue use and contact a physician if a rash develops or you experience pain, inflammation, or rupture of a tendon.

Ciprofloxacin HCl

Discontinue if a rash develops.

Amoxicillin Trihydrate

Preferably taken on an empty stomach-one hour before or two hours after meals with a full glass of water.

Cephalexin Monohydrate

Preferably taken on an empty stomach one hour before or two hours after meal with full glass of water.

Azithromycin Dihydrate

Tablets and suspensions are preferable with food.

Doxycycline Hyclate

Taken with a full glass of milk before or after meal.

Minocycline Hydrochloride

Take before or after meals with full glass of water.

Sotalol Hydrochloride

May cause drowsiness.

Amiodarone

Take consistently with regard to meals, preferably with meals.

Clindamycin Phosphate (Topical)

Shake lotion well.

Alendronate Sodium

The dose must be swallowed with 6-8 ounces of plain water immediately upon arising for the day, at least 30 minutes before first food, beverage, or medication.

Raloxifene Hydrochloride

Discontinue 72 hours prior to and during periods or prolonged immobilization.

Potassium Chloride (Oral)

Take with or after meals and with a full glass of water.

Hydrocodone Bitartrate with Acetaminophen

May cause drowsiness.

Mirabegron

Can be taken with or without food.

Solifenacin Succinate

Avoid prolonged exposure to hot weather.

Oxybutynin Chloride (oral)

Avoid prolonged exposure to hot weather.

Tolterodine Tartrate

May cause dizziness or drowsiness.

Testosterone Gel (topical)

Apply to clean, dry skin once daily.

Estrogens, Conjugated (systemic)

May be taken with food or milk if GI upset.

Progesterone (oral)

Do not take if allergic to peanuts.

Modafinil

May take with or without food.

Benztropine Mesylate

May take with food or milk if GI upset occurs.

Donepezil Hydrochloride

May be taken with or without food.

Memantine Hydrochloride

May take with or without food.

Rivastigmine

Take with food.

Methenamine Hippurate

May be taken without regard to meals.

Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate

Take with food or milk to decrease GI upset.

Fluticasone Propionate with Salmeterol Xinafoate

Avoid contact with the eyes.

Ipratropium Bromide with Albuterol Sulfate

Do not take more frequently than recommended.

Tiotropium Bromide (inhalation)

Unused capsules should remain in the blister strip and be used over the next 2 consecutive days.

Ipratropium Bromide

*Directions of aerosol use*: Shake thoroughly.

Nasal Spray Priming

Requires two actuations if unused for 24 hours.

Albuterol Sulfate

Do not exceed recommended frequency; seek medical help if ineffective.

Dicyclomine Hydrochloride

May cause dizziness; avoid alcohol consumption.

Hyoscyamine Sulfate

Take on empty stomach; avoid prolonged heat exposure.

Amphetamine with Dextroamphetamine Salts

May cause dizziness; cannot be refilled.

Methylphenidate Hydrochloride

Last dose early evening to prevent insomnia.

Dexmethylphenidate Hydrochloride

Can be sprinkled on soft food before swallowing.

Atomoxetine Hydrochloride

May impair cognitive performance; take missed dose ASAP.

Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate

Take in morning; may cause dizziness.

Nabumetone

Take with food; compliance essential for effectiveness.

Meloxicam

May take with food; compliance essential for improvement.

Ibuprofen

Take with food; avoid aspirin to reduce ulcer risk.

Celecoxib

Avoid aspirin; report ulcerations and bleeding immediately.

Diclofenac Sodium (topical)

Do not use heating pads on treated area.

Diclofenac Sodium (oral)

Take with food; avoid aspirin to reduce ulcer risk.

Naproxen

Take on empty stomach for absorption; avoid aspirin.

Dutasteride

Pregnant women should avoid contact with capsules.

Tamsulosin Hydrochloride

Take half hour after the same meal daily.

Alfuzosin Hydrochloride

Take with food; may cause dizziness upon standing.

Finasteride

Pregnant women should avoid handling crushed pills.

Zaleplon

Take before bed; avoid alcohol to prevent drowsiness.

Zolpidem Tartrate

CR tablets should be swallowed whole; avoid alcohol.

Eszopiclone

Take on empty stomach; avoid machinery post-dose.

Temazepam

Avoid alcohol; withdrawal symptoms may occur if stopped.

Furosemide

Take in the morning; may cause orthostatic hypotension.

Bumetanide

Take in the morning; orthostatic hypotension risk.

Spironolactone

Take in the morning; may cause drowsiness.

Chlorthalidone

Take in the morning; avoid excess sunlight.

Hydrochlorothiazide

Take in the morning; avoid excess sunlight.

Triamterene with Hydrochlorothiazide

Usually given in the morning; avoid sunlight.

Torsemide

Take in the morning; avoid non-prescription medications.

Metolazone

Take in the morning; avoid excess sunlight.

Omeprazole

Take 30 minutes before eating; can mix with applesauce.

Famotidine

Shake well; may take with antacids.

Trazodone Hydrochloride

Take with food; may cause drowsiness.

Escitalopram Oxalate

May impair performance; monitor mood changes.

Sertraline Hydrochloride

Mix oral form with water for easier intake.

Gabapentin

May cause drowsiness; take without regard to meals.

Ursodiol

May be taken without regard to meals; continuous use.

Sumatriptan Succinate

Do not exceed dosage; can repeat after one hour.

Rizatriptan Benzoate

Do not exceed 30 mg daily; report chest tightness.