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Phenacemide (Systemic)

Brand Names : Epiclase, Phetylureum, phenacetylcarbamide

Phenacemide | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

To control your medical problem, take this medicine every day exactly as ordered by your doctor. Do not take more or less of it than your doctor ordered. To help you remember to take the medicine at the correct times, try to get into the habit of taking it at the same times each day.

Dosing - The dose of phenacemide will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of phenacemide. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so:

  • Adults - Oral, at first, 500 milligrams three times a day. After one week, your doctor may add an additional 500 milligram dose to be taken upon arising if needed. In the third week, your doctor may add another 500 milligram dose to be taken at bedtime if needed. Your doctor may increase your dose further. However, the dose is usually not more than 5000 milligrams a day.
  • Children 5 years of age and older - Oral, at first, 250 milligrams three times a day. The doctor may increase the dose further. However, the dose is usually not more than 1500 milligrams a day.
  • Children up to 5 years of age - Dose must be determined by the doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

  • Keep out of the reach of children.
  • Store away from heat and direct light.
  • Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
  • Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.

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