THIOLA

Drug Name: THIOLA

THIOLA DESCRIPTION:
TIOPRONIN - ORAL (tie-oh-PRO-nin)

COMMON THIOLA BRAND NAME(S):
Thiola

THIOLA SIDE EFFECTS:
Loss of taste or stomach upset may occur. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience a fever, sore throat, chills, bruising, skin rash, itching or muscle aches while taking THIOLA. With long-term treatment, wrinkling of the skin has been reported. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE THIOLA:
THIOLA: THIOLA is taken by mouth usually 3 times day at least one hour before meals or two hours after meals. Take this as directed. Do not increase your dose, take this more often than prescribed or stop taking this without first consulting your doctor.

THIOLA USES:
THIOLA is used to prevent formation of kidney stones.

THIOLA PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have a history of anemia, blood disorders or any allergies. THIOLA should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is recommended to discontinue breast-feeding while taking THIOLA. Consult your doctor.

THIOLA DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

THIOLA OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

THIOLA NOTES:
It is important to drink plenty of fluids while taking THIOLA. It is recommended to drink at least 2 glasses of water with each meal and at bedtime. Also wake at night to urinate and drink two more glasses of fluid. Follow any special dietary guidelines as recommended by your doctor or nutritionist. Laboratory tests will be done routinely while taking this medication to monitor for effectiveness and to prevent side effects.

MISSED THIOLA DOSE:
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.

THIOLA STORAGE:
Store THIOLA at room temperature away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.