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Tao

Generic Name: troleandomycin (troe lee an doe MYE sin)
Brand Names: Tao

What is troleandomycin?

Troleandomycin is in a class of drugs called macrolide antibiotics. It fights bacteria in the body.

Troleandomycin is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections, such as tonsillitis, bronchitis, sinusitis, and pneumonia.

Troleandomycin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about troleandomycin?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking troleandomycin?

Before taking troleandomycin, tell your doctor if you have liver disease. You may not be able to take troleandomycin, or you may require special monitoring during therapy.

How should I take troleandomycin?

Take troleandomycin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a troleandomycin overdose might include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal discomfort.

What should I avoid while taking troleandomycin?

Troleandomycin side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); or

• liver problems (yellowing of the skin or eyes, nausea, abdominal pain or discomfort, unusual bleeding or bruising, severe fatigue).

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take troleandomycin and talk to your doctor if you experience

• nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or abdominal pain;

• dizziness, fatigue, or headache; or

• vaginal yeast infection.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect troleandomycin?

Before taking troleandomycin, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs:

• a seizure medication such as carbamazepine (Tegretol), phenytoin (Dilantin), or valproic acid (Depakote, Depakene);

• the asthma medication theophylline (Theo-Dur, Theolair, Theochron, others);

• the anticoagulant (blood thinner) warfarin (Coumadin); or

• another antibiotic.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with troleandomycin. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about troleandomycin written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Troleandomycin is available with a prescription under the brand name Tao. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Tao 250 mg--white capsules

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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