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What happens if I miss a dose ()?

No information is available regarding a missed dose of lysine. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or healthcare professional for instructions if you miss a dose.

What happens if I overdose ()?

An overdose of lysine is unlikely to threaten life. Call an emergency room or poison control center for advice if you think you have taken too much.

What should I avoid while taking lysine ()?

Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without a doctor's advice.

What other drugs will affect lysine ()?

The following drugs may become toxic if you take them together with lysine. Tell your healthcare provider if you are using any of these:

• gentamicin (Garamycin);
• tobramycin (Nebcin, TOBI);
• amikacin (Amikin);
• kanamycin (Kantrex);
• netilmicin (Netromycin);
• neomycin (Mycifradin, Neo-Fradin, Neo-Tab);
• netilmicin (Netromycin);
• streptomycin; or
• tobramycin (Nebcin, Tobi).

If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to take lysine, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with lysine. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Where can I get more information?

Your doctor, pharmacist, herbalist, or healthcare provider can provide more information about lysine.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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