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USES: This medication is used as a sleeping aid for short-term treatment of insomnia. It is usually not prescribed for longer than a one week period.
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Placidyl
Uses
This medication is used as a sleeping aid for short-term treatment of insomnia. It is usually not prescribed for longer than a one week period.
Notes
- Take as prescribed.
- Do not increase your dose or take this more often than prescribed.
- Tolerance may develop to this medication making it less effective with prolonged use.
- Do not stop taking this medication without your doctor's approval.
- Your dose may have to be gradually decreased if you have been taking it for some time.
Storage
- Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
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How To Use
- This medication is best taken 15 to 30 minutes before bedtime.
- Take this medication with food to prevent dizziness.
Side Effects
- This medication causes drowsiness and dizziness.
- Avoid tasks requiring alertness.
- You may experience headache, stomach upset, dizziness or an unpleasant taste in the mouth during the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
- If these effects persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop confusion, nightmares, loss of coordination, fainting, breathing difficulties, chest pains, irregular heartbeat, skin rash, itching, or yellowing of the eyes or skin while taking this medication.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Avoid alcohol or other sedative type drugs while taking this medication as it can lead to extreme drowsiness.
- Elderly persons are usually more sensitive to the effects of this medication.
- Use cautiously.
- This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Since this medication may appear in breast milk, consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.
- Tell your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney disease.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost 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.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of "blood thinners" such as warfarin.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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Sex:
F
Age: 40
Time Taken:
6 months
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| Reason: Migraine headaches |
Date:
4 December 2006 |
Side Effects
Slurred speech, loss of muscle coordination, strange dreams, blackouts, bad aftertaste
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This drug got rid of my headaches, but had some very weird and dangerous physical side effects for me. I was not cautioned to take it ONLY before going to bed, or in a situation where I could immediately lie down somewhere. I took the drug when I got a migraine at work once, and experienced side effects that made me look like I was drunk! I had to be driven home, and nearly got fired. I had to get a doctor's permission to return to work, was ordered to take a drug test, and had to get all kinds of documentation from my physician stating why I was taking Placidyl. Plus, there were rumors that I was an alcoholic or a drug addict! It was horrible.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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