How should I use this medication?
This medication is for external use only. Use it as directed on the prescription label. Do not apply to burned or damaged skin. Do not use it more often than directed. Keep using it unless your care team tells you to stop.
This medication comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this medication. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or care team if you have questions.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, apply a new patch immediately. Apply the next patch at the usual time the next day after removing the previous patch. Do not apply 2 patches to make up for the missed one. If treatment is missed for 3 or more days, talk to your care team for further instructions.
Where should I keep my medication?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Keep this medication in the sealed pouch until you are ready to use it. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date. When you take off a used patch, fold it, so the sticky sides press together. This helps prevent others from contact with medication still in the patch.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
- Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
- If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.