This drug is usually administered in a hospital or clinic setting by a health care professional. Specialists have established various protocols for the administration of this drug. The dose and method used to administer this drug have therefore been tailored to your specific medical condition.

This medication is typically used only once a day. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Generally, a treatment with this medication lasts several days. Take it for the entire time prescribed in order to achieve the medication's full benefit.

Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often, than prescribed.

In addition to its desired action, this medication may cause some side effects, notably:

• it may cause headaches;
• it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting;
• it may cause drowsiness - use caution when driving.

• it may cause diarrhea or constipation, depending on the person;
• it may cause leg swelling or water retention;

Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your health care professional. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.

If you have any questions, speak to the health care professionals who are overseeing your treatment.