Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Mint-Cefprozil
ABOUT THIS MEDICATION
What the medication is used for:
MINT-CEFPROZIL is used for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria (germs) such as bronchitis and infections of the sinuses, skin, throat and urinary tract.
What it does:
MINT-CEFPROZIL kills the bacteria that cause infections.
When it should not be used:
You should not use MINT-CEFPROZIL if you have had any allergies to cefprozil, cephalosporins class of antibiotics or to any ingredient in the formulation or component of the container (see What the important non-medicinal ingredients are).
What the medicinal ingredient is:
cefprozil as cefprozil monohydrate
What the important nonmedicinal ingredients are: MINT-CEFPROZIL Tablets:
hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, sodium starch glycolate, talc and titanium dioxide.
What dosage forms it comes in:
250 mg and 500 mg Tablets
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Serious Warnings and Precautions
Before taking MINT-CEFPROZIL, you must let your
doctor know if you have had an allergic reaction to cefprozil, cephalosporins, penicillins, or other drugs as you are at a higher risk of developing an allergic reaction to MINT-CEFPROZIL.
BEFORE you use MINT-CEFPROZIL talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:
- You have had any allergies to this drug or its ingredients or components of the container.
Are pregnant or nursing your baby.
Stop taking MINT-CEFPROZIL if you develop an allergic reaction to the drug (see Table for SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS).
Drugs that may interact with MINT-CEFPROZIL include: aminoglycoside antibiotics, probenecid.
PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION
Usual dose:
You must take this medicine as told by your doctor. The usual dose depends on the type of infection that you have.
It is important that you take all the medicine that your doctor has given you. Even if you start to feel better, all the medicine must be taken to make sure that all the germs have been killed.
MINT-CEFPROZIL may be taken with or without food.
Overdose:
It is important to follow the instructions from your doctor or pharmacist. If you or someone have taken too many tablets all at once contact your doctor or nearest hospital emergency department immediately.
Missed Dose:
If a dose of this medication is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible. This will help to keep a constant amount of medication in the blood. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to the regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
SIDE EFFECTS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting or stomach pain. Also, talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you develop a rash.
INTERACTIONS WITH THIS MEDICATION
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ
| SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, HOW OFTEN THEY HAPPEN AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM | ||||
| Symptom / effect | Talk with your doctor or pharmacist | Stop taking drug and call your doctor or pharmacist | ||
| Only if severe | In all cases | |||
| Uncommon | Allergic Reaction:
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This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking MINT-CEFPROZIL, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
HOW TO STORE IT
Store MINT-CEFPROZIL Tablets at room temperature (15-30ºC) and protect from light and excessive humidity.
Keep out of the reach of children.
REPORTING SUSPECTED SIDE EFFECTS
To monitor drug safety, Health Canada collects information on serious and unexpected effects of drugs. If you suspect you have had a serious or unexpected reaction to this drug you may notify Health Canada by:
toll-free telephone: 866-234-2345
toll-free fax 866-678-6789
By email: cadrmp@hc-sc.gc.ca
By regular mail:
National AR Centre
Marketed Health Products Safety and Effectiveness Information Division
Marketed Health Products Directorate
Tunney’s Pasture, AL 0701C
Ottawa ON K1A 0K9
NOTE: Before contacting Health Canada, you should contact your physician or pharmacist.
MORE INFORMATION
This document plus the full product monograph, prepared for health professionals can be found at:
www.mintpharmaceuticals.com or by contacting the sponsor, Mint Pharmaceuticals Canada Inc. at: 1.905.271.9696