Isoxsuprine should not be used immediately postpartum (after delivering a baby), or if you have a bleeding disorder. Talk to your doctor about any other medical conditions that you have.
Isoxsuprine is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether isoxsuprine 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 not known whether isoxsuprine passes into breast milk. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Take isoxsuprine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each dose with a full glass of water.
It is important to take isoxsuprine regularly to get the most benefit.
Your doctor may want you to have blood tests or other medical evaluations during treatment with isoxsuprine to monitor progress and side effects.
Store isoxsuprine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next
dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose.
Stop taking isoxsuprine and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives).
Stop taking isoxsuprine and contact your doctor if you develop a rash.
Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take isoxsuprine and talk to your doctor if you experience
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chest pain or an irregular heartbeat (call your doctor if this becomes bothersome);
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nausea or vomiting; or
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dizziness or weakness.
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.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Isoxuprine may cause dizziness. If you experience dizziness, avoid these activities. Also, rise slowly from a sitting or lying position to avoid falling.
Notify your doctor if you experience a rash or bothersome irregular heartbeats.
Isoxsuprine has been withdrawn from the U.S. market.
Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Isoxsuprine may cause dizziness. If you experience dizziness, avoid these activities. Also, rise slowly from a sitting or lying position to avoid falling.
Drugs used to treat high blood pressure and other heart conditions may increase the effects of isoxsuprine. Special monitoring may be necessary.
Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with isoxsuprine or affect your condition. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.
Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.
Symptoms of an isoxsuprine overdose include weakness, lightheadedness, fainting, nausea, and vomiting.