Savella Warnings and Precautions

There is a lot of information that you should be aware of before taking Savella. Precautions and warnings include watching out for potential drug interactions, avoiding the medication if you have uncontrolled narrow-angle glaucoma, and monitoring your blood pressure and heart rate regularly during treatment. You should not take Savella if you have taken an MAOI within the past two weeks.

Savella Medication Information

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Savella?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking Savella™ (milnacipran hydrochloride) if you have:

Bipolar disorder or a family history of bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression)
A history of suicide attempts or suicidal thoughts
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Seizures or epilepsy
Glaucoma (a condition of the eyes)
Liver disease, including liver failure or cirrhosis
Bladder or prostate problems
A bleeding disorder
Any allergies, including allergies to food, dyes, or preservatives.

Also, let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol regularly.

Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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