Posted by SFY on September 21, 2006, at 14:50:40
In reply to Important Info Re: Emsam Dose and Heat, posted by Jost on September 19, 2006, at 20:21:32
> There's been discussion here about the dose of Emsam available in each patch, in general, and, more specifically, the effect of heat on amount of Emsam absorbed.
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> My experience indicates that the application of heat, such as in a hot tub, hot bath, heating pad, or even during vigorous exercise, can greatly increase the amount of selegeline absorbed in a short period of time.BMS and Somerset are not unaware of the possible negative effects of heat on EMSAM.
The included medication guide insert clearly states:
"Avoid exposing the EMSAM application site to external sources of direct heat, such as heating pads or electric blankets, heat lamps, saunas, hot tubs, heated water beds, and prolonged direct sunlight."
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