Take drug exactly as prescribed; do not stop taking drug (long-term therapy) without consulting health care provider.
Avoid alcohol, sleep-inducing, or over-the-counter drugs.
Avoid pregnancy; serious adverse effects can occur. Use of barrier contraceptives is advised while taking this drug.
You may experience these side effects: Drowsiness, dizziness (may become less pronounced; avoid driving or engaging in other dangerous activities); GI upset (take drug with food); fatigue; dreams; crying; nervousness; depression, emotional changes; bed-wetting, urinary incontinence.
Report severe dizziness, weakness, drowsiness that persists, rash or skin lesions, difficulty voiding, palpitations, swelling in the extremities.
Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.
Tell any health care provider who is taking care of you that you are using this drug.