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In this Article

• What is troleandomycin (Tao)?
• What are the possible side effects of troleandomycin (Tao)?
• What is the most important information I should know about troleandomycin (Tao)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking troleandomycin (Tao)?
• How should I take troleandomycin (Tao)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Tao)?
• What happens if I overdose (Tao)?
• What should I avoid while taking troleandomycin (Tao)?
• What other drugs will affect troleandomycin (Tao)?
• Where can I get more information?

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

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.

It is not known whether troleandomycin will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.

It is also not known whether troleandomycin passes into breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take troleandomycin (Tao)?

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.

Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.

Take all of the troleandomycin that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may start to improve before the infection is completely treated.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.