May cause drowsiness, dizziness, increased sun sensitivity or blurred vision. May initially cause dizziness and lightheadedness when rising too quickly from a sitting or lying position. Other Sinequan 25 Mg Side effects include heartburn, loss of appetite, dry mouth, strange taste in mouth, anxiety, restlessness or sweating. If any Sinequan 25 Mg Side effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Report promptly: chest pain, rapid or irregular heartbeat, difficulty urinating, nightmares, ringing in the ears, excessive drowsiness, uncoordinated movements, fainting. Taking Sinequan at bedtime may help minimize Sinequan 25 Mg Side effects. Talk to your doctor about this. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. 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.
How To Use
Use this as prescribed. Try to use each dose at the same time(s) each day so you remember to routinely use it. It may take 2 to 3 weeks before the full benefit of this medication becomes apparent. Do not stop using Sinequan without your doctor's approval. Nausea, headache or fatigue can occur if the drug is suddenly stopped.
Uses
Sinequan is used to treat depression, obsessive- compulsive disorders, and bed-wetting in children over 6 years of age (enuresis).
Other Uses Of Sinequan
Sinequan may also be used to treat nerve pain, sleeping problems (insomnia), and has other uses as determined by your doctor.
Precautions
Before using Sinequan tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: glaucoma, prostate problems, decreased urine output, thyroid disease, breathing problems, seizure problems, alcohol use, heart disease, mental/emotional problems, liver or kidney disease, any drug allergies. Use caution when engaging in tasks requiring alertness such as driving or operating machinery. Limit alcohol consumption as it may increase the drowsiness and dizziness effects of Sinequan. Limit exposure to hot weather as it may lead to heat stroke. Sinequan should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Sinequan may be excreted into breast milk. The effects on the infant are not known at this time. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Drug Interactions
Inform your doctor about the medicines you take, especially if you take: clonidine; guanadrel; guanethidine; MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine); cimetidine; SSRIs (e.g., fluoxetine, sertraline); warfarin; carbamazepine; certain diet pills (e.g., phentermine, fenfluramine); adrenaline-type drugs (e.g., dopamine, ephedrine, epinephrine, pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine, isoproterenol- some of which may be found in cough-and-cold or asthma products); narcotic pain medications (e.g., codeine); any other prescription or nonprescription drugs you take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include agitation, confusion, hallucinations, fever, irregular movement of the eyes, seizures, change in amount of urine, dry mouth or nose, constipation, large pupils, drowsiness, slow or shallow breathing, dizziness, unconsciousness, unusually fast or slow heartbeat, or flushing...
Notes
Do not allow anyone else to use Sinequan.
Missed Sinequan Dose
If you miss a dose and are taking more than 1 daily: do not take it if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. If you take it once daily at bedtime, do not take it the following morning. Call your doctor. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze liquid forms of Sinequan.
