Sodium Oxybate : How to Use

Sodium Oxybate - Systemic

Brand Names

Xyrem, GHB Sodium Oxybate *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

Dosage

The dose of sodium oxybate will be various for various diseaseds Follow your healthcare professional's orders or the directions in the medication guide that comes with your drug. The best for you that you carefully read and follow all instructions before using sodium oxybate. Your healthcare professional must instruct you in the safe and effective use of sodium oxybate. If you have any questions about sodium oxybate, ask your healthcare professional or call the central pharmacy that sent you the drug at the toll free number 1-866-997-3688. The following information includes only the average doses of sodium oxybate If your dose is various, do not change it unless your healthcare professional tells you to do so.

For oral dosage form - oral solution:
- For treat of cataplexy
  - Adults 2.25 grams given at bedtime and repeated one time during the night. The first dose must be taken at bedtime and the second dose taken 2.5 to 4 hours later. The dose will be increased as needed by your healthcare professional up to a maximum of 9 grams.
    Food will decrease the amount of sodium oxybate that is absorbed by your body. It it best to take this drug few hours after a meal.

Note:

Sodium oxybate causes sleep very quickly. Take it only at bedtime and while in bed. Drink all of the first dose while sitting in bed, recap the cup and then lie down right away. Right before going to sleep place your second dose - already prepared in a secure location - locked if needed near your bed. You may need to set an alarm to wake up to take the second dose. When you wake up to take the second dose, remove the cap from the second dosing cup. While sitting in bed, drink all of the second dose right before lying down to continue sleeping. Recap the second cup.

To take sodium oxybate, you must first mix it with water. Your healthcare professional and the medication guide that comes with your drug will tell you how to prepare sodium oxybate. Prepare both doses before bedtime. Place the caps provided on the dosing cups and turn each cap so it locks in its child resistant position.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, take it as soon as possible. If you miss the second dose, skip that dose and do not take sodium oxybate again until the next day. Never take two doses of sodium oxybate at the same time. If you have any questions about this ask your healthcare professional.

Storage To store this drug:

Store in the original bottle in a safe and secure place - locked up if appropriate
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.Always place your nightly doses of sodium oxybate out of the reach of children.
Do not keep any outdated drug or drug that is no longer needed. Pour any unusing sodium oxybate down the drain
Destroy the drug name on the label with a marker when you are finished with the drug.
Place the empty bottle in the trash so it is not using for illegal purposes.