Friday, June 25, 2010

Sokusidon




Sokusidon may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Sokusidon



Gabexate

Gabexate mesilate (a derivative of Gabexate) is reported as an ingredient of Sokusidon in the following countries:


  • Japan

International Drug Name Search

Claforan




In the US, Claforan (cefotaxime systemic) is a member of the drug class third generation cephalosporins and is used to treat Bacteremia, Bone infection, Cesarean Section, CNS Infection, Endometritis, Epiglottitis, Gonococcal Infection - Disseminated, Gonococcal Infection - Uncomplicated, Intraabdominal Infection, Joint Infection, Kidney Infections, Lyme Disease, Lyme Disease - Arthritis, Lyme Disease - Carditis, Lyme Disease - Neurologic, Meningitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Peritonitis, Pneumonia, Salmonella Gastroenteritis, Sepsis, Septicemia, Skin Infection, Surgical Prophylaxis and Urinary Tract Infection.

US matches:

  • Claforan

Ingredient matches for Claforan



Cefotaxime

Cefotaxime is reported as an ingredient of Claforan in the following countries:


  • Bangladesh

Cefotaxime sodium salt (a derivative of Cefotaxime) is reported as an ingredient of Claforan in the following countries:


  • Austria

  • Bahrain

  • Belgium

  • Brazil

  • Bulgaria

  • Canada

  • Denmark

  • Ecuador

  • Ethiopia

  • France

  • Georgia

  • Germany

  • Ghana

  • Greece

  • Hong Kong

  • Hungary

  • Iceland

  • India

  • Indonesia

  • Ireland

  • Israel

  • Japan

  • Kenya

  • Luxembourg

  • Malta

  • Mexico

  • Netherlands

  • Nigeria

  • Oman

  • Peru

  • Russian Federation

  • Singapore

  • Spain

  • Sweden

  • Switzerland

  • Taiwan

  • Thailand

  • United States

  • Venezuela

  • Vietnam

  • Zimbabwe

International Drug Name Search

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Relacon-DM NR


Generic Name: dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine (dex troe meth OR fan, gwye FEN e sin, soo doe e FED rin)

Brand Names: Altarussin CF, Ambifed-G DM, Relacon-DM NR, Robitussin Cold and Cough, Robitussin Pediatric Cough and Decongestant, Suda-Tussin DM, Touro CC, Touro CC-LD, Tussafed-LA


What is Relacon-DM NR (dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine)?

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.


Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.


Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).


The combination of dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine is used to treat stuffy nose, sinus congestion, cough, and chest congestion caused by the common cold or flu.


Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

Dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about Relacon-DM NR (dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine)?


Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children. Do not use a cough or cold medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the past 14 days. Serious, life-threatening side effects can occur if you take cough or cold medicine before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body. Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, or sleep medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist. If you take certain products together you may accidentally take too much of one or more types of medicine. Read the label of any other medicine you are using to see if it contains a decongestant, expectorant, or cough suppressant. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Relacon-DM NR (dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine)?


Do not use a cough or cold medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) within the past 14 days. Serious, life-threatening side effects can occur if you take cough or cold medicine before the MAO inhibitor has cleared from your body. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, or pseudoephedrine.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs or if you have emphysema or chronic bronchitis. You may not be able to use this medication, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.


This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. This medication may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Artificially-sweetened liquid forms of cold medicine may contain phenylalanine. This would be important to know if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). Check the ingredients and warnings on the medication label if you are concerned about phenylalanine.


How should I take Relacon-DM NR (dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine)?


Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended. Cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.


Always ask a doctor before giving cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough or cold medicine in very young children.

Measure the liquid form of this medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.


Take the medication with food if it upsets your stomach. Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication. Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow the pill whole. It is specially made to release medicine slowly in the body. Breaking or opening the pill would cause too much of the drug to be released at one time. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.

If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time if you have taken a cold medicine within the past few days.


Store this medicine at room temperature, away from heat, light, and moisture.

What happens if I miss a dose?


Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.


What happens if I overdose?


Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include feeling restless or nervous.


What should I avoid while taking Relacon-DM NR (dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine)?


This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of this medication.

Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor's advice. Taking a stimulant together with cough or cold medicine can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.


Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, allergy, or sleep medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist. If you take certain products together you may accidentally take too much of one or more types of medicine. Read the label of any other medicine you are using to see if it contains a decongestant, expectorant, or cough suppressant.

Relacon-DM NR (dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine) side effects


Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • severe dizziness, anxiety, restless feeling, or nervousness;




  • confusion, hallucinations; or




  • slow, shallow breathing.



Less serious side effects may include:



  • dizziness or headache,




  • a rash, or




  • nausea, vomiting, or stomach upset.



This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


What other drugs will affect Relacon-DM NR (dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine)?


Before taking dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:



  • celecoxib (Celebrex);




  • cinacalcet (Sensipar);




  • darifenacin (Enablex);




  • imatinib (Gleevec);




  • quinidine (Quinaglute, Quinidex);




  • ranolazine (Ranexa)




  • ritonavir (Norvir);




  • sibutramine (Meridia);




  • terbinafine (Lamisil);




  • medicines to treat high blood pressure; or




  • antidepressant medications such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Etrafon), bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem), fluvoxamine (Luvox), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), paroxetine (Paxil), sertraline (Zoloft), and others.



This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.



More Relacon-DM NR resources


  • Relacon-DM NR Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Relacon-DM NR Drug Interactions
  • Relacon-DM NR Support Group
  • 0 Reviews for Relacon-DM NR - Add your own review/rating


  • Ambi 60/580/30 Controlled-Release and Sustained-Release Tablets MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Dextromethorphan/Guaifenesin/Pseudoephedrine MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)



Compare Relacon-DM NR with other medications


  • Cough and Nasal Congestion


Where can I get more information?


  • Your pharmacist can provide more information about dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, and pseudoephedrine.


Saturday, June 12, 2010

Benz-O-Sthetic Gel


Pronunciation: BEN-zoe-kane
Generic Name: Benzocaine
Brand Name: Benz-O-Sthetic


Benz-O-Sthetic Gel is used for:

Treating pain from mouth and gum irritations (eg, canker sores). It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.


Benz-O-Sthetic Gel in a local anesthetic. It works by numbing sensitive and painful areas.


Do NOT use Benz-O-Sthetic Gel if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Benz-O-Sthetic Gel or to other local anesthetics (eg, butacaine, procaine)

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.



Before using Benz-O-Sthetic Gel:


Some medical conditions may interact with Benz-O-Sthetic Gel. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:


  • if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding

  • if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement

  • if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Benz-O-Sthetic Gel. Because little, if any, of Benz-O-Sthetic Gel is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.


Ask your health care provider if Benz-O-Sthetic Gel may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.


How to use Benz-O-Sthetic Gel:


Use Benz-O-Sthetic Gel as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • An adult should supervise the use of Benz-O-Sthetic Gel if the patient is a CHILD younger than 12 years old.

  • To use a dose of Benz-O-Sthetic Gel, follow the instructions provided by your doctor or on the product label.

  • Wash your hands before and after you use Benz-O-Sthetic Gel. Apply medicine to the affected area by using cotton, a cotton swab, or a clean fingertip.

  • Do not eat or drink for at least 1 hour after using Benz-O-Sthetic Gel.

  • Do not use Benz-O-Sthetic Gel within 1 hour of your previous dose or use more than 4 times per day, unless your doctor or dentist tells you otherwise.

  • If you miss a dose of Benz-O-Sthetic Gel, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Benz-O-Sthetic Gel.



Important safety information:


  • Do not get Benz-O-Sthetic Gel in your eyes. If you get it in your eyes, rinse right away with cool water.

  • Do NOT use more than the recommended dose or use for longer than 7 days without checking with your doctor or dentist.

  • If your symptoms do not get better within 7 days or if they get worse, check with your doctor.

  • Contact your doctor if you have persistent or worsening pain, redness, or irritation, or if you develop swelling, rash, or a fever. Tell your doctor if you have mouth sores that keep coming back.

  • Benz-O-Sthetic Gel may cause harm if more than the amount used to treat pain is swallowed. If this occurs, contact your poison control center or emergency room right away.

  • Benz-O-Sthetic Gel should not be used in CHILDREN younger than 2 years old without checking with the child's doctor or dentist; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.

  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Benz-O-Sthetic Gel can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Benz-O-Sthetic Gel while you are pregnant. It is not known if Benz-O-Sthetic Gel is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Benz-O-Sthetic Gel, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.


Possible side effects of Benz-O-Sthetic Gel:


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Benz-O-Sthetic Gel. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:



Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); mouth burning, irritation, redness, swelling, or tenderness.



This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.


See also: Benz-O-Sthetic side effects (in more detail)


If OVERDOSE is suspected:


Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Benz-O-Sthetic Gel may cause harm if more than is used for pain is swallowed. Symptoms may include blue skin or lips; trouble breathing.


Proper storage of Benz-O-Sthetic Gel:

Store Benz-O-Sthetic Gel at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Benz-O-Sthetic Gel out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Benz-O-Sthetic Gel, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Benz-O-Sthetic Gel is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.

  • If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

  • Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Benz-O-Sthetic Gel. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.



Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

More Benz-O-Sthetic resources


  • Benz-O-Sthetic Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Benz-O-Sthetic Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Benz-O-Sthetic Support Group
  • 0 Reviews for Benz-O-Sthetic - Add your own review/rating


Compare Benz-O-Sthetic with other medications


  • Anesthesia
  • Oral and Dental Conditions

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Diabiformin




Diabiformin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Diabiformin



Chlorpropamide

Chlorpropamide is reported as an ingredient of Diabiformin in the following countries:


  • Switzerland

Metformin

Metformin hydrochloride (a derivative of Metformin) is reported as an ingredient of Diabiformin in the following countries:


  • Switzerland

International Drug Name Search