Thiola overview
BRAND NAMES:
Thiola EC, Thiola
Generic Names:
Thiola
Uses:
Prevents kidney stones.
Therapeutic Classes:
Renal-Urologic Agent
Forms:
Tablet, Delayed Release Tablet
How it’s taken:
By mouth
What is Thiola used for?
Thiola is an oral tablet prescribed to both children and adults to treat kidney stones. As a treatment method, Thiola prevents the growth of kidney stones in patients with Cystinura.
What form(s) does Thiola come in
Tablet
Delayed Release Tablet
What are common Thiola doses?
Tablet 100MG
How to take Thiola
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Swallow the delayed-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Take the tablet at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
Drink extra fluids so you will urinate more often and help prevent kidney problems.
Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Drink extra fluids so you will urinate more often and help prevent kidney problems.
Take the tablet at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.
Swallow the delayed-release tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.
What to do if you miss a dose of Thiola
Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Oral routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Thiola contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to tiopronin or if you are breastfeeding.
Thiola warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, or if you have kidney disease, or a history of severe toxicity to d-penicillamine.
Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine.
This medicine may cause kidney problems.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Severe muscle weakness.
Severe vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pain.
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes.
Thiola interactions
Do not drink alcohol 2 hours before and 3 hours after using Thiola® EC.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney disease, myasthenia gravis, or Goodpasture's syndrome. Make sure your doctor knows if you have any blood disorders such as agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, or aplastic anemia.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.
Thiola side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloody or cloudy urine, change in how much or how often you urinate, difficult or painful urination
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting
Swelling of the face, feet, or lower legs
Lumps in your body such as in armpits, neck, or thighs.
Severe vomiting, diarrhea, or stomach pain.
Yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes.
Severe muscle weakness.
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.
Less Serious Side Effects
Joint or muscle pain
Skin changes.
Wrinkled skin
Change in or loss of taste
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss
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