Description
Critical Safety Information
Do not crush or chew: Extended-release tablets must be swallowed whole to prevent a fatal overdose of the medication entering your system at once.
Avoid alcohol: Drinking alcohol while taking this medication can severely increase drowsiness and may cause fatal breathing problems.
Dependence and withdrawal: Long-term use causes physical dependence. Do not stop taking this medication suddenly without discussing a safe tapering plan with your healthcare provider.
Age restrictions: This medication should never be given to children under 12 years of age.
Usage and Dosage
- Direction: Typically taken once daily (every 24 hours) as directed by your prescribing physician.
- Maximum Dose: The maximum recommended limit is 400 mg in a 24-hour period.
- Side Effects: Common reactions include nausea, constipation, dizziness, headache, and drowsiness.
When to Seek Emergency Help
- Slowed, shallow, or stopped breathing
- Extreme drowsiness or inability to wake up
- Severe dizziness, fainting, or chest pain
- Signs of an allergic reaction (swelling of the face/throat, hives, difficulty swallowing)


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