DORNER Beraprost Sodium 20mcg Tablet 100's

Indications/Uses

Beraprost is prescribed to treat skin ulcers, pain and coldness associated with obstruction of the arteries. It is also used to treat pulmonary hypertension.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Use beraprost exactly as instructed by your doctor for it to be effective.
Beraprost must be taken after meals.
If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it immediately as you remember. However, if it is already time for the next dose, just proceed with your next regular dose schedule.
Unless advised by your doctor, do not double or adjust dosage, or stop use even if you feel well.

Contraindications and Special Precautions

It is important that your doctor or pharmacist is informed
- if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding;
- if you have any of the following conditions: allergy, history of bleeding;
- if you are using any other prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or herbal supplements.
It is important to keep a regular check-up schedule. Your doctor may prescribe tests to check and monitor your progress while under treatment with this medicine.
If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure, you must first inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine before going through it.
Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines. You may not experience any side effect; however, if you experience any of these side effects with beraprost, you have to inform your doctor immediately, especially if they become severe or persistent: nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, bleeding, hot flushes and allergic reactions such as hives, difficulty breathing and swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
If you experience dizziness, you should not drive, operate machinery or perform any activity which will need you to be alert.
The side effects mentioned here are not complete and others may occur. If you observe other side effects or reactions, you have to call your doctor for advice.
You must not share your medicine with others even if you have the same disease symptoms.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep the medicine out of childrens reach. Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.