Ziconotide IT
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Ziconotide IT Precautions
Before taking ziconotide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have:
- uncontrolled bleeding
- any infection near the injection site
- mental/mood disorders (e.g., depression, psychosis, thoughts of suicide)
- spinal canal blockage
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- regular/long-term use of narcotic medication
This medication is not a narcotic (morphine-like drug). If you have been using a narcotic (e.g., codeine, hydrocodone, morphine) regularly for more than a few weeks, or if it has been used in high doses, you may be dependent on it. In such cases, if you suddenly stop the narcotic, withdrawal reactions may occur. This medication will not prevent withdrawal reactions from narcotics. When stopping extended, regular treatment with narcotics, gradually reducing the dosage as directed will help prevent withdrawal reactions. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages.
Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially confusion.
This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Because of the potential risk to a nursing infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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