Tyvaso

Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Once the foil pack is opened, this medication expires after 7 days. After an ampule has been opened, discard any unused solution at the end of the day. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Cough, headache, throat irritation, nausea, flushing, dizziness, or jaw/muscle/bone pain may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Fainting is another common side effect. If fainting does occur, get medical help right away.

To reduce the risk of dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.

Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: unusual bleeding/bruising.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

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Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at MedWatch: The FDA Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.

Do not share this medication with others.

Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood pressure) may be done while you are using this medication. Keep all medical and lab appointments. Consult your doctor for more details.

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Read the Patient Information leaflet available from your pharmacist. This medication comes in a plastic container called an ampule. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on how to prepare each dose. This product is used with a special breathing device (nebulizer). Consult your doctor, pharmacist or respiratory therapist on how to inhale this medication properly with this equipment. Make sure you understand how to properly clean the nebulizer to prevent infections. If you have any questions, consult your health care professional.

Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid. Do not mix with other inhaled medications in the nebulizer.

Inhale this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually 4 times daily during waking hours, at least 4 hours apart. Do not drink the solution. Do not get this medication on the skin or in your eye. If this happens, rinse the area with water. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day.

To avoid missing doses, be sure to have a backup nebulizer in case your regular device stops working properly.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better or if it gets worse.

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call 1-844-764-7669. Symptoms of overdose may include: severe dizziness, fainting.