Cylert
(continued)
Side-Effect Information
Only some people will experience side-effects--and no one
experiences side effects in exactly the same way. If you experience
any side effects, contact your doctor or clinician right away and
continue taking your medication. The following list may not contain
all of the side effects associated with this medication
Most Common Side-Effects
Irritability When you begin taking your medication, you may
notice that you feel more irritable than usual, that the littlest
things annoy you. Your doctor can help you determine if your
increased irritability is a result of the medication and may modify
your dose if agitation is a problem.
Insomnia If you experience insomnia as a result of your
medication, your doctor may change your dose, prescribe a medicine
to help you sleep, advise you to take the medication in the morning,
or change your medication altogether. To combat insomnia, avoid
eating heavy meals, exercising, or drinking caffeinated beverages
before bed.
Infrequent Side-Effects
Dry mouth Some people
taking your medications experience dry mouth. Although dry mouth may
not go away completely, it usually gets better with time. Dry mouth
can be relieved by sucking on hard candy or crushed ice, drinking
plenty of fluids, or eating frozen grapes.
Headache Your medication can cause headaches, which
often fade as your body adjusts to the medication. If you experience
headaches, and they're disruptive, talk to your doctor before you
take any pain medications. He or she can let you know which
medications are safe to take with your medications.
Nausea Most people who experience this side effect notice
that it disappears in a few weeks. To reduce or eliminate nausea,
eat several small meals per day instead of three big ones, or try
snacking on dry toast or crackers.
Loss of appetite & weight loss You may experience decreased
appetite and as a result, may lose weight even if you are not trying
to. Try eating smaller, but more frequent meals to take in more
calories. Your doctor or clinician can help you monitor your weight
and suggest a high calorie (but healthy) diet for you if weight loss
is a concern.
