Nylidrin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Arlidin, Arlidin Forte, PMS Nylidrin

Proper Use of This Medicine

Nylidrin may cause you to have a fast or pounding heartbeat. To keep this from affecting your sleep, do not take the last dose of the day at bedtime. Instead, it is best to plan your dose or doses according to a schedule that will least affect your sleep. Ask your health care professional to help you plan the best time to take this medicine.

Dosing - The dose of nylidrin will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of nylidrin. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so:

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  • Adults: 3 to 12 milligrams (mg) three or four times a day.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.