Qbrelis
Warnings
What may interact with QBRELIS?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
-hymenoptera venom
-sacubitril; valsartan
This medicines may also interact with the following medications:
-aliskiren
-angiotensin receptor blockers, like losartan or valsartan
-certain medicines for diabetes
-diuretics
-everolimus
-gold compounds
-lithium
-NSAIDs, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen
-potassium salts or supplements
-salt substitutes
-sirolimus
-temsirolimus
What should I tell my health care provider before I take QBRELIS?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-diabetes
-heart or blood vessel disease
-kidney disease
-low blood pressure
-previous swelling of the tongue, face, or lips with difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, or tightening of the throat
-an unusual or allergic reaction to lisinopril, other ACE inhibitors, insect venom, food, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using QBRELIS?
Visit your health care provider for regular check ups. Check your blood pressure as directed. Ask your health care provider what your blood pressure should be. Also, find out when you should contact him or her.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or pain while you are using this medicine without asking your health care provider for advice. Some medicines may increase your blood pressure.
Women should inform their health care provider if they wish to become pregnant or think they might be pregnant. There is a potential for serious side effects to an unborn child. Talk to your health care provider for more information.
You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol can make you more drowsy and dizzy. Avoid alcoholic drinks.
Avoid salt substitutes unless you are told otherwise by your health care provider.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Do not freeze. Avoid exposure to extreme heat. Get rid of any unused medicine after the expiration date.
To get rid of medicines that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medicine to a medicine take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medicine, check the label or package insert to see if the medicine should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your health care provider. If it is safe to put in the trash, empty the medicine out of the container. Mix the medicine with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.
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