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Lotronex
Alosetron Oral


Lotronex is used to treat severe cases of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women who have diarrhea as a major symptom. Alosetron is not effective in men with IBS.


 
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Uses
Lotronex is used to treat severe cases of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women who have diarrhea as a major symptom. Alosetron is not effective in men with IBS.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature, 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), away from light and moisture.
  • Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) is permitted.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include difficulty breathing, loss of coordination, tremors, and seizures.

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Alosetron Lotronex
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Lotronex Tablet(Tab 1 mg) [1 of 2]

How To Use
  • Read and complete the Patient-Physician Agreement form provided by your doctor.
  • Also, be sure to get a Medication Guide from your pharmacist, and then read it carefully.
  • Your prescription must have a sticker affixed to it in order for your pharmacy to dispense you a supply of Lotronex.
  • Take Lotronex by mouth, initially once daily with or without food.
  • Do not begin Lotronex if you are currently constipated.
  • Contact your doctor for further instructions.

Side Effects
  • Headache, stomach upset, or hemorrhoids may occur.
  • If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: bloating, depression.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects: constipation, bloody stools, unexplained fever, unusually fast pulse, new or sudden worsening of stomach/abdominal/bowel pain.
  • An allergic reaction to Lotronex is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Lotronex should not be used if you have certain medical conditions.
  • Before using Lotronex, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: certain intestinal disorders (e.g., ileus, ischemic colitis, impaired intestinal circulation, constipation or its complications, obstruction, megacolon, stricture/adhesions, or perforation), Crohn s disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis, blood disorders (e.g., history of blood clots).
  • Before using Lotronex, tell your doctor your medical history, including: liver disease, allergies.
  • Caution is advised when using Lotronex in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of constipation if it occurs.
  • Lotronex should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
  • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
  • It is not known whether Lotronex passes into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of: isoniazid, procainamide, hydralazine.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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