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Amicar

(other types of Amicar)
generic: Aminocaproic Acid (learn more about brand vs. generic drugs)

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Information on Amicar

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Learn more about usage, cautions, and possible side effects of Amicar.

Tablets
Chemical Name: AMINOCAPROIC ACID (a-mee-noe-ka-PROE-ik AS-id)

Common uses for Amicar
Amicar 500mg is an antihemorrhagic used to treat certain bleeding problems associated with surgery, blood disorders, and liver disease. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Before using Amicar
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with Amicar 500mg. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE AMICAR 500mg if you are also using Factor IX Complex concentrates or Anti-Inhibitor Coagulant concentrates. DO NOT START OR STOP any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, including kidney problems, liver problems, certain blood disorders (such as hemophilia or uremia), heart problems, history of seizures, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF AMICAR 500mg IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have certain blood clotting problems (active intravascular clotting), undiagnosed bleeding disorder, or certain causes of blood in the urine (upper urinary tract bleeding). Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns about taking Amicar 500mg.

Directions for Amicar
Follow the directions for taking Amicar 500mg provided by your doctor. STORE AMICAR 500mg at room temperature from 59 to 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. Do not freeze. DO NOT MISS any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF AMICAR 500mg, contact your doctor immediately.

Cautions for Amicar
DO NOT TAKE AMICAR 500mg if you have had an allergic reaction to it or are allergic to any ingredient in this product. DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE or take Amicar 500mg for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Laboratory and/or medical tests, including creatine phosphokinase levels, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. KEEP ALL DOCTOR AND LABORATORY APPOINTMENTS while you are using Amicar 500mg. Amicar 500mg may cause dizziness. DO NOT DRIVE, OPERATE MACHINERY, OR DO ANYTHING ELSE THAT COULD BE DANGEROUS until you know how you react to Amicar 500mg. Using Amicar 500mg alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. IF YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not take any more of Amicar 500mg unless your doctor tells you to do so. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Amicar 500mg during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF AMICAR 500mg IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using Amicar 500mg, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Amicar
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking Amicar 500mg include nausea; stomach pain; diarrhea; dizziness; fatigue or tiredness; confusion; ringing in the ears; watery eyes; decreased vision; stuffy nose; or headache. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience swelling of ankles, feet, or hands; sore throat or fever; or unusual bleeding or bruising. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience muscle pain or weakness; sudden change in the amount of urine you are producing; or seizures. An allergic reaction to Amicar 500mg is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Drug interactions for Amicar
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug interactions for Amicar

If you take too much Amicar
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe or unusual weakness, fatigue, or dizziness; fainting; sudden change in amount of urine you produce; and seizures.

Additional information for Amicar
DO NOT SHARE AMICAR 500mg with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE AMICAR 500mg for other health conditions. KEEP AMICAR 500mg out of the reach of children. IF YOU WILL BE USING AMICAR 500mg FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, be sure to obtain necessary refills before your supply runs out.

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