What is the most important information I should know about ADDYI?
ADDYI can cause severe low blood pressure and fainting (loss of consciousness). Your risk is higher if you drink alcohol close to your dose. Do not take ADDYI with certain medicines or if you have liver problems. To lower your risk of low blood pressure and fainting:
- Do not drink alcohol close to the time you take ADDYI. Skip your dose if you had 3 or more drinks before bedtime. Wait at least 2 hours after 1–2 alcoholic drinks before taking ADDYI. After taking ADDYI, do not drink alcohol until the next day
- Talk to your doctor about the medicines and supplements you take and before starting any new ones
- Do not take ADDYI if you have liver problems
If you feel dizzy or lightheaded after taking ADDYI, lie down right away. Get medical help if symptoms do not go away.
Who should not take ADDYI?
Do not take ADDYI if you:
take certain medicines that increase ADDYI levels in your blood (including some treatments for HIV, fungal infections, antibiotics, hepatitis C, heart conditions, or depression such as nefazodone)
- have liver problems
- are allergic to ADDYI
What should I tell my doctor before taking ADDYI?
Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including if you:
- drink alcohol, use drugs, or have a history of substance abuse
- have ever had depression or other mental health conditions
- have low blood pressure or a condition that can cause it
- are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines and supplements you take, as they may interact with ADDYI.
What should I avoid while taking ADDYI?
- Do not drink alcohol close to your dose
- Do not drive or operate machinery for at least 6 hours after taking ADDYI
- Do not drink grapefruit juice
- Do not take supplements such as St. John’s Wort, ginkgo, or resveratrol, or certain medicines like cimetidine, without talking to your doctor
What are the possible side effects of ADDYI?
ADDYI can cause serious side effects, including:
- See “What is the most important information I should know about ADDYI?”
- sleepiness
- low blood pressure and fainting
The most common side effects include:
- dizziness
- nausea
- tiredness
- trouble sleeping
- dry mouth
This is not a complete list of side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice.
