Probucol : Proper Use (Lorelco, Bifenabid, Lesterol, Lurselle, Panesclerina, Superlipid)

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Probucol (Systemic)

Brand Names : Lorelco, Bifenabid, Lesterol, Lurselle, Panesclerina, Superlipid

Probucol | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

Many patients who have high cholesterol levels will not notice any signs of the problem. In fact, many may feel normal. Take this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor, even though you may feel well . Try not to miss any doses and do not take more medicine than your doctor ordered.

Remember that this medicine will not cure your condition but it does help control it. Therefore, you must continue to take it as directed if you expect to keep your cholesterol levels down.

Follow carefully the special diet your doctor gave you . This is the most important part of controlling your condition, and is necessary if the medicine is to work properly.

This medicine works better when taken with meals.

Dosing - The dose of probucol 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 probucol. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so:

The number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
For oral dosage form (tablets):
- Adults: 500 milligrams two times a day taken with the morning and evening meals.
- Children:
  - Up to 2 years of age - Use is not recommended.
  - 2 years of age and over - Dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your 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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.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.

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