Phenacemide (Systemic)
Brand Names : Epiclase, Phetylureum, phenacetylcarbamide
Proper Use of This MedicineTo 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:
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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.
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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.
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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:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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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.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.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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