Warnings


What may interact with Acebutolol Hydrochloride?

-Certain medications for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heartbeat
-NSAIDS, medications for pain and inflammation, such as ibuprofen or naproxen

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Acebutolol Hydrochloride?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Diabetes
-Having surgery
-Heart or blood vessel conditions, such as slow heartbeat, heart failure, heart block
-Kidney disease
-Liver disease
-Lung or breathing disease, such as asthma or COPD
-Myasthenia gravis
-Pheochromocytoma
-Thyroid disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to acebutolol, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding

What should I watch for while using Acebutolol Hydrochloride?

Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Check your blood pressure as directed. Know what your blood pressure should be and when to contact your care team.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
Do not suddenly stop taking this medication. This may increase your risk of side effects, such as chest pain and heart attack. If you no longer need to take this medication, your care team will lower the dose slowly over time to decrease the risk of side effects.
This medication may affect blood glucose levels. It can also mask the symptoms of low blood sugar, such as a rapid heartbeat and tremors. If you have diabetes, it is important to check your blood sugar often while you are taking this medication.
If you are going to need surgery or a procedure, tell your care team that you are using this medication.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or pain while you are using this medication without asking your care team for advice. Some medications may increase your blood pressure.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Protect from light. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
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, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, take the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substances. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.