Generic Differin ™ ®: Praziquantel
Praziquantel is the chemical name of the active ingredient in Differin ™ ®

Tablets
Chemical Name: PRAZIQUANTEL (pray-zi-KWON-tel)

Common uses : This medicine is an antiparasitic agent used to treat infections caused by flukes and tapeworm.

Before using : INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

Directions : Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. SWALLOW WHOLE. DO NOT CHEW TABLETS. TAKE THIS MEDICINE during meals with liquids. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, check with your doctor.

Cautions : THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine.

Possible side effects : SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include headache, dizziness, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, or rash. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.

Drug interactions : Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug interactions

If you take too much : If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Additional information : DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.