For inflammation of stomach.
Brand Name(s): Talicia
Generic Name: Amoxicillin/Omeprazole/Rifabutin
Instructions
Swallow the medicine without crushing or chewing it.
Keep the medicine in its original container.
Take the medicine with food.
Swallow with a full glass (8 oz) of water unless your doctor gives you different instructions.
This medicine will work best if you take it at about the same time every day.
Space doses at least 4 hours apart unless instructed otherwise.
Store at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Do not keep in the bathroom.
If you wear contact lenses, talk to your doctor. This medicine can stain some contacts.
If your wear dentures, speak to your doctor before using this medicine. It can permanently stain dentures.
It is important that you keep taking each dose of this medicine on time even if you are feeling well.
If you forget to take a dose on time, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, do not take the missed dose. Return to your normal schedule. Do not take 2 doses at one time.
Drug interactions can change how medicines work or increase risk for side effects. Tell your health care providers about all medicines taken. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist before starting or stopping any medicine.
Tell your doctor if symptoms do not get better or if they get worse.
This medicine may decrease the effectiveness of some birth controls which use hormones (such as birth control pills and patches). Use an extra form of birth control, such as condoms, while on this medicine.
This medicine may cause the urine to turn a reddish-brown color. This is harmless and will go away once the medicine is stopped.
Keep all appointments for medical exams and tests while on this medicine.
Do not take the medicine more than three times during 24 hours.
Cautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Some patients taking this medicine have experienced serious side effects. Please speak with your doctor to understand the risks and benefits associated with this medicine.
Do not use the medication any more than instructed.
Do not drink beverages with alcohol while on this medicine.
Speak with your health care provider before receiving any vaccinations.
Please tell your doctor if you have moderate to severe diarrhea while on this medicine. Do not treat the diarrhea with over-the-counter diarrhea medicine.
Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Do not take St. John's wort while on this medicine.
Do not share this medicine with anyone who has not been prescribed this medicine.
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- diarrhea
- headaches
- nausea and vomiting
- stomach upset or abdominal pain
- changes in taste or unpleasant taste
- red coloring of urine, tears or sweat
If you have any of the following side effects, you may be getting too much medicine. Please contact your doctor to let them know about these side effects.
- blurry vision
- confusion
- slow heartbeat
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- bleeding or bruising
- chest or jaw pain
- severe, watery or bloody diarrhea
- dizziness
- pain in the eye
- signs of liver damage (such as yellowing of eye or skin, dark urine, or unusual tiredness)
- muscle weakness
- joint or muscle pain
- butterfly-shaped rash on nose and cheeks
- red, burning, or itchy skin
- shortness of breath
- blood in stool
- excessive or unusual sweating
- blurring or changes of vision
- severe or persistent vomiting
- unexpected or extreme weight loss
A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This document tells you briefly how to take your medicine, but it does not tell you all there is to know about it. Your doctor or pharmacist may give you other documents about your medicine. Please talk to them if you have any questions. Always follow their advice.
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