PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet)

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I am desperately trying to find probucol for human us for some of my patients with serious clinical problems. I used to get some from Japan but after the tunami it became unavailable. Can you help?
by Cesare Sirtori in Milano, Italy, 06/02/2012

PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) Drug and Prescription Information

PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet)

PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) Medication Classification

PROBUCOL (By mouth)

PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) Brandname

PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) is used for the Treatment

Probucol (PROE-byoo-kole) Lowers high cholesterol levels.

When To Not Use PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet)

You should not use this medicine if you had an allergic reaction to probucol. This medicine should not be used if you have certain heart problems - ask your doctor.

How Should You Use PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet)

Tablet

  • Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
  • To avoid stomach upset, take this medicine with food or milk.
  • While you are taking this medicine, follow a low-cholesterol, low-fat diet.
    • If a dose is missed:
  • Take the missed dose as soon as possible.
  • Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
  • You should not use two doses at the same time.

Proper PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) Storage

Store PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) Warnings

  • Check with your doctor before taking probucol if you have heart disease or liver disease.
  • If you are using this medicine and want to have a baby, talk with your doctor before you try to get pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you are pregnant.
  • Do not breastfeed while you are taking probucol.
  • Keep all appointments with your doctor while taking this medicine.
  • This medicine is used with diet, exercise, and weight loss in overweight patients to control high cholesterol levels. To lower and keep your cholesterol normal, all of these are important.

PROBUCOL (Oral) (Tablet) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Chest pain
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising
  • Bloody vomit or bowel movements
  • Blurred vision
  • Rash or itching
    • If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Bloating or gas
  • Headache
  • Decreased sexual desire

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