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People who need to stay awake often find coffee for support because it contains the psychostimulant caffeine. In addition to using coffee, users can use Alert pills that also contain this active ingredient. So what is Alert and how should it be used?
1. What is Alert drug?
Alert drug contains the active ingredient caffeine and is classified as a central nervous system stimulant.
Alert drug is used for the purpose of helping users feel awake when the body is tired or sleepy.
Note that Alert products should not be used for the purpose of changing the user's sleep.
Alert may be used for a number of purposes not listed in this medication guide.
2. Some warnings related to the drug Alert
Users need to use Alert products strictly according to the directions on the package or strictly follow the doctor's prescription.
Before using Alert drug, users should note the following issues:
Alert is not approved for use in all cases under 12 years of age. At the same time, it is not recommended to use Alert drug for 18-year-old cases or any subjects who are sensitive to Caffeine; Users should consult a doctor or pharmacist to see if it is safe to use Alert if there is a history of cardiovascular problems, high blood pressure, peptic ulcers or other medical conditions. liver; Before deciding to use the drug Alert, a female user should inform her doctor if she is pregnant or breast-feeding.
3. Instructions for using the drug Alert
The use of Alert medicine needs to comply with the instructions on the product packaging or as directed by medical staff.
Each dose of Alert product usually contains the equivalent amount of caffeine in a cup of coffee, a can of coke or another stimulant drink.
Users should never use Alert drug products more than the recommended dose on the package. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that the average person consume no more than 400mg of caffeine per day in any form.
User can use Alert pills before or after meals. Also, absolutely do not chew more than 2 doses of Alert at the same time. Alert is in the form of chewing gum (gum) so swallowing this product is not recommended.
The process of storing Alert medicine should be stored at room temperature, away from low humidity and high temperature.
Instructions for handling when forgetting to use a dose of Alert medicine:
Alert is a product that is only used in each necessary time, so most users will not have a specific dosing schedule; If any dose has been omitted, make up use is still allowed provided it is sufficiently distant from the time of the previous dose; Note as mentioned above, users absolutely do not use 2 doses of Alert drug at the same time. Symptoms of an Alert overdose may include a fast heartbeat, trouble sleeping, feeling anxious or irritable.
During the use of Alert products, users need to limit foods or beverages containing caffeine, such as coffee, tea, cola or chocolate milk.
4. Alert . Side Effects
Users are given emergency medical assistance if when using Alert medicine and have signs of an allergic reaction such as hives on the whole body, difficulty breathing with swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
Alert users report the following symptoms to contact a doctor:
Feeling tired or sleepy continuously; There were sleep disturbances at the time of taking Alert. Some other common side effects of Alert may include:
Feeling restless; Loss of appetite or loss of appetite; Severe insomnia. Warnings do not include a complete list of side effects associated with this product. Users can notify the doctor if the process of using Alert appears other unusual symptoms.
5. Drug interactions of Alert . products
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Alert at the same time as any other medicine, especially Tizanidine.
Several other drugs have the potential to affect Alert pills, which may include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamin supplements, and herbs. Therefore, users should talk to their doctor about all current products or any new medications to start or stop taking while taking Alert.
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