TAPAZOLE

Drug Name: TAPAZOLE

TAPAZOLE DESCRIPTION:
METHIMAZOLE - ORAL (meh-THIM-uh-zole)

COMMON TAPAZOLE BRAND NAME(S):
Tapazole

TAPAZOLE SIDE EFFECTS:
TAPAZOLE may cause stomach upset, nausea, loss of taste sensation, headache, drowsiness or dizziness. If any of these effects persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience any of the following: fever, sore throat, easy or unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, yellowing of the eyes or skin, vomiting, general weakness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE TAPAZOLE:
TAPAZOLE: Take TAPAZOLE at regular intervals around the clock, usually 3 times daily, every eight hours. Or take as directed by your doctor.

TAPAZOLE USES:
TAPAZOLE prevents the thyroid gland from producing thyroid hormone. It is used to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland) and to prepare the thyroid for surgery.

TAPAZOLE PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of liver disease, blood disorders and of any allergies you may have. Before you have surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor that you take TAPAZOLE. Methimazole is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking TAPAZOLE. TAPAZOLE is excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Do not breast-feed while using this drug. Consult your doctor.

TAPAZOLE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of warfarin, digoxin and beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

TAPAZOLE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, headache, fever, and joint pain.

TAPAZOLE NOTES:
Be sure that you have enough medication on hand at all times to take all of your prescribed doses. Check your supply before vacations, holidays, and other occasions when you may not be able to obtain it. Do not share TAPAZOLE with others.

MISSED TAPAZOLE DOSE:
If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly for specific advice.

TAPAZOLE STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.