Pronunciation: ass-EE-toe-high-drox-AM-ic
Generic Name: Acetohydroxamic Acid
Brand Name: Lithostat
Acetohydroxamic Acid is used for:
Treating certain types of chronic urinary infections (urea-splitting) in combination with surgery (for patients with stones) or antibiotic medicines. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Acetohydroxamic Acid is a urease inhibitor. It works by decreasing ammonia levels and pH in the urine. This helps antibiotics to work better and decreases kidney stone formation.
Do NOT use Acetohydroxamic Acid if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Acetohydroxamic Acid
- you have a urinary infection that can be controlled by other medications or surgery
- your urine is infected by bacteria that do not respond to Acetohydroxamic Acid
- you have severe kidney problems
- you are pregnant, or you are able to become pregnant and are not using an appropriate form of birth control
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Acetohydroxamic Acid:
Some medical conditions may interact with Acetohydroxamic Acid. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have liver or kidney problems, bone marrow problems, blood vessel problems, or a history of blood clots
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Acetohydroxamic Acid. However, no specific interactions with Acetohydroxamic Acid are known at this time.
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Acetohydroxamic Acid may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Acetohydroxamic Acid:
Use Acetohydroxamic Acid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Acetohydroxamic Acid on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after eating.
- Acetohydroxamic Acid comes with an additional patient leaflet. Read it carefully and reread it each time you get Acetohydroxamic Acid refilled.
- Do not take iron supplements or vitamins containing iron while you are using Acetohydroxamic Acid, unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
- Continue to use Acetohydroxamic Acid even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
- If you miss a dose of Acetohydroxamic Acid, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Acetohydroxamic Acid.
Important safety information:
- Talk with your doctor before using alcohol while taking Acetohydroxamic Acid. You may develop a rash and general sensation of warmth if you consume alcoholic beverages while taking Acetohydroxamic Acid.
- Women must use an effective form of birth control while taking Acetohydroxamic Acid.
- LAB TESTS, including liver function, kidney function, and blood counts, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
- Caution is advised when using Acetohydroxamic Acid in CHILDREN because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Acetohydroxamic Acid if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. If you are able to become pregnant, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about the use of effective birth control while using Acetohydroxamic Acid. It is unknown if Acetohydroxamic Acid is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Acetohydroxamic Acid.
Possible side effects of Acetohydroxamic Acid:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Anxiety; general body discomfort; hair loss; loss of appetite; mild headaches; nausea; nervousness; shakiness; vomiting.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blood vessel inflammation; calf pain, swelling, or tenderness; dark urine; depression; emotional or mood changes; irregular heartbeat; severe nausea, vomiting, or fatigue; unusual tiredness or weakness; yellowing of skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Acetohydroxamic Acid side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include anxiety; diminished sense of well-being; severe anxiety, nausea, or vomiting; sluggishness.
Proper storage of Acetohydroxamic Acid:
Store Acetohydroxamic Acid at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly sealed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Acetohydroxamic Acid out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Acetohydroxamic Acid, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Acetohydroxamic Acid is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Acetohydroxamic Acid. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
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