Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is Ampyra. It helps improve walking of people who have multiple sclerosis. It may have other uses to.

Ampyra is often taken two times each day about 12 hours apart.  You should take it exactly as your doctor tells you to. You should swallow the tablet whole and never crush, chew or dissolve it. You can take it with or without food. 

Most people tolerate this medicine well. Common side effects include a headache, nausea, constipation, problems sleeping, and pain, tingling or numbness in the hands or feet. You could also feel a little weak or tired.  You should wait until you know how this medicine affects you before you do activities that require you to be alert, like driving. These effects are normal if they are mild and should go away. Tell your doctor if you have dizziness, problems with balance or a urinary tract infection. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking Ampyra, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

As with any medicine, serious side effects can occur. With Ampyra, these include serious allergic reactions and seizures. You should read the Medication Guide to know which symptoms to watch for and when to report them. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely.

Ampyra can interact with other medicines. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines, even if they do not require a prescription. 

Women should talk to their doctors before becoming pregnant or breastfeeding. 

For best results with Ampyra, work closely with your doctor to set goals for this medicine.