(BET aine) Brand: Cystadane
• You must not use betaine if you are allergic to it.
• To create certain you can safely take betaine, speak your doctor about all of your medical conditions.
• Follow the directions on your prescription label. Do not use in larger or less amounts or for longer than recommended. Your doctor may occasionally change your doze to create certain you get the excellent results.
• Betaine powder should be mixed with water, juice, milk, food or infant formula just till taking it.
• Stop using betaine and call your doctor at once if you have an unusual headache, dizziness, neck pain or stiffness, problems with memory or speech, changes in your mental state, vision changes, decreased consciousness, or seizure (black-out or convulsions).
• Betaine is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include another vitamin and mineral supplements and a particular diet. Follow your diet and medicine routines very closely.
• Betaine is a nutrient that is significant for functioning of the heart and blood vessels. Betaine works in the body by preventing the build-up of an amino acid called homocysteine. This amino acid can harm blood vessels and contribute to heart malady, stroke, or circulation problems.
• Betaine is a byproduct of sugar beet processing.
• Betaine is used to reduce homocysteine levels in people with a genetic condition called homocystinuria, in which the amino acid builds up in the body. Betaine is not a cure for homocysteinuria.
• Betaine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medicine guide.
• You must not use betaine if you are allergic to it.
• To create certain you can safely take betaine, speak your doctor about all of your medical conditions.
• FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether betaine will harm an unborn child. Speak your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
• It is not known whether betaine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing child. Do not use this medicine without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Use exactly as predesigned by your doctor. Do not use in larger or less amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Your doctor may occasionally change your doze to create certain you get the excellent results.
• Betaine powder should be mixed with water, juice, milk, or food just till you take it. When giving the medicine to a baby, you may mix the powder with infant formula. Stir the mixture thoroughly and drink it right away. Do not save the mixture for later use.
• Measure the powder using the dose-measuring scoop provided with your medicine, not with a regular table spoon.
• Do not drink the liquid if it is colored and not clear after mixing. Call your doctor for a new prescription.
• To be certain this medicine is helping your condition, your blood may need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly.
• Betaine is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include another vitamin and mineral supplements and a particular diet. Follow your diet and medicine routines very closely.
• Store betaine powder at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
• Take the missed doze as soon as you remember. Skip the missed doze if it is nearly time for your following scheduled doze. Do not take extra medication to create up the missed dose.
• Search abnormal medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
• Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
• Get abnormal medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your person, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Stop using betaine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
· unusual headache, dizziness, neck pain or stiffness
· memory problems;
· changes in your mental state;
· vision changes;
· problems with speech, balance, or walking;
· decreased consciousness; or
· seizure (black-out or convulsions).
• Smaller serious side effects may include:
· nausea, upset stomach;
· diarrhea;
· unusual body odor; or
· unpleasant taste in your mouth.
• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may message side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
• There may be another drugs that can interact with betaine. Speak your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal commodity. Do not start a new medicine without telling your doctor.
• Your pharmacist can provide more information about betaine.
Remember, hold this and all another medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medicine only for the indication prescribed.
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