SERZONE

Drug Name: SERZONE

SERZONE DESCRIPTION:
NEFAZODONE - ORAL (neh-FAZZ-oh-doan)

COMMON SERZONE BRAND NAME(S):
Serzone

SERZONE SIDE EFFECTS:
The most common side effects are sleepiness, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness (especially when standing), constipation, weakness, blurred vision or changes in vision, or mental confusion. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop an irregular heartbeat or skin rash while taking SERZONE. Very unlikely but report immediately any painful and prolonged erection, or seizures. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE SERZONE:
SERZONE: Take SERZONE by mouth exactly as prescribed. During the first few weeks your doctor may gradually increase your dose to allow your body to adjust to the medication. Do not take this more often, increase your dose or stop taking this without first consulting your doctor.

SERZONE USES:
SERZONE is used in the treatment of depression.

SERZONE PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver disease, heart disease, a history of seizures or if you have any allergies. It is recommended to limit consumption of alcohol while taking SERZONE. Caution is advised when operating machinery or performing tasks needing alertness, since SERZONE can cause drowsiness or dizziness. SERZONE should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if SERZONE is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

SERZONE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including terfenadine, astemizole, alprazolam, triazolam, MAOI drugs (e.g., phenelzine, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, selegiline, furazolidone), cisapride, carbamazepine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, fluvoxamine, venlafaxine, sumatriptan, dexfenfluramine, fenfluramine, sibutramine, "statins" (e.g., lovastatin), narcotic pain medications (e.g., codeine), pimozide, cyclosporine, and tacrolimus. SERZONE should not be used within 14 days after discontinuing an MAOI. An MAOI should not be taken within 1 week of stopping nefazodone. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

SERZONE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, sluggishness, and increased sweating.

SERZONE NOTES:
It may take several weeks of continued therapy before the full effects of SERZONE are evident. See your doctor regularly.

MISSED SERZONE DOSE:
Try to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

SERZONE STORAGE:
Store SERZONE at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.