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if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
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- heart disease
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- high blood pressure
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- thyroid disease
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- diabetes
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- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
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- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
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- cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
do not use more than directed
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- you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
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- symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by fever
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- cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.
ask a health professional before use.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
if you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Ask a doctor before use if you have- •
- heart disease
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- high blood pressure
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- thyroid disease
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- diabetes
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- trouble urinating due to an enlarged prostate gland
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- cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
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- cough that lasts or is chronic such as occurs with smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema
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- you get nervous, dizzy, or sleepless
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- symptoms do not get better within 7 days or are accompanied by fever
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- cough lasts for more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious condition.
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Uses
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- helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to drain bronchial tubes
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- temporarily relieves these symptoms occurring with a cold:
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- nasal congestion
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- cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation
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Tussin Maximum Strength Manufacturers
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Hyvee Inc
Tussin Maximum Strength | Relypsa, Inc.
2.1 General InformationAdminister Veltassa at least 6 hours before or 6 hours after other oral medications [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) and Drug Interactions (7)].
Administer Veltassa with food. Do not heat Veltassa (e.g., microwave) or add to heated foods or liquids. Do not take Veltassa in its dry form.
2.2 Recommended Dosing and TitrationThe recommended starting dose of Veltassa is 8.4 grams patiromer once daily. Monitor serum potassium and adjust the dose of Veltassa based on the serum potassium level and the desired target range. The dose may be increased or decreased, as necessary, to reach the desired serum potassium concentration, up to a maximum dose of 25.2 grams once daily. The dose can be up-titrated based on serum potassium level at 1-week or longer intervals, in increments of 8.4 grams.
2.3 Preparation of VeltassaPrepare each dose immediately prior to administration following the steps below:
Step 1: Add about 1 ounce (30 milliliters) of water to an empty glass or cup. Step 2: Empty the entire contents of the packet(s) into the glass or cup. Step 3: Stir the mixture thoroughly. Step 4: Add an additional 2 ounces (60 milliliters) of water to the glass or cup containing the mixture. Step 5: Stir the mixture thoroughly; the powder will not dissolve and the mixture will look cloudy. Step 6: Drink the mixture immediately. If some powder remains in the glass after drinking, add more water, stir and drink immediately. Repeat as needed to ensure the entire dose is administered.
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