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Dibenzyline Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking phenoxybenzamine (Dibenzyline)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to phenoxybenzamine.

If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication:

  • coronary artery disease (hardened arteries);
  • a lung infection; or
  • kidney disease.

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether phenoxybenzamine is harmful to an unborn baby. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether phenoxybenzamine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take phenoxybenzamine (Dibenzyline)?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results from this medication.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

Store phenoxybenzamine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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