Do not take Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) if you:

• are allergic to any of the non-drug ingredients in Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization)
• have previously had a severe or life-threatening reaction to house dust mite immunotherapy
• have unstable, severe asthma
• are taking beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol, metoprolol)
• have inflammatory conditions of the mouth, such as severe yeast infection, or recent removal of teeth
• have had an allergic reaction that caused inflammation of the esophagus (tube leading from the mouth to the stomach)

Each white to off-white, circular sublingual tablet, debossed with a pentagon on one side, contains 12 SQ-HDM of standardized house dust mites allergen extract from D. farina and D. pteronyssinus. Nonmedicinal ingredients: gelatin NF (fish source), mannitol USP and sodium hydroxide NF. Lactose-free.

Do not take Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) if you:

• are allergic to any of the non-drug ingredients in Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization)
• have previously had a severe or life-threatening reaction to house dust mite immunotherapy
• have unstable, severe Asthma
• are taking beta-blockers (e.g., Propranolol, Metoprolol)
• have inflammatory conditions of the mouth, such as severe yeast infection, or recent removal of teeth
• have had an allergic reaction that caused inflammation of the esophagus (tube leading from the mouth to the stomach)

Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:

• stop taking one of the medications,
• change one of the medications to another,
• change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
• leave everything as is.

An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.

Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization).

Allergic Reactions: Severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reactions are possible when using house dust mite allergen extract. Before you take house dust mite allergen extract, inform your doctor about any previous adverse reactions you have had to medications, especially medications used to treat grass allergies. Contact your doctor at once if you experience signs of an allergic reaction, such as skin rash, itching, difficulty breathing or swelling of the face and throat.

Milder allergic reactions such as Hives, itching, mouth itchiness, runny nose, and throat irritation can occur with the use of Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization). If these side effects become bothersome, discuss your concerns with your doctor.

Asthma: Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) may cause asthma symptoms or cause existing asthma symptoms to worsen. If you have a history of asthma, discuss with your doctor how Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization), and whether any special monitoring is needed. People with uncontrolled asthma should not use Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization).

First dose: Severe allergic reactions have occurred with the first dose of Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization). For this reason, the first dose should be taken at your doctor's office or a similar location where emergency treatment is available if the medication causes a severe reaction. Your doctor will likely want you to remain in the office for at least 30 minutes after taking the dose, to ensure that it does not cause a Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction).

Oral surgery: If you are going to have tooth removal or oral surgery, Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) should be stopped until complete healing of the mouth has occurred. If your treatment has been interrupted for more than 7 days, then Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) should be restarted at your doctor’s office, under medical supervision.

Pregnancy: Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization), contact your doctor immediately.

Breast-feeding: It is not known if house dust mite allergen extract passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.

Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Acarizax (House-dust-mite-desensitization) have not been established for children.