Wednesday, 28 April 2010

Nocbin




Nocbin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Nocbin



Disulfiram

Disulfiram is reported as an ingredient of Nocbin in the following countries:


  • Japan

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Tuesday, 27 April 2010

Cefotaxima Fresenius Kabi




Cefotaxima Fresenius Kabi may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Cefotaxima Fresenius Kabi



Cefotaxime

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


  • Spain

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Thursday, 15 April 2010

Opium Deodorized


Generic Name: opium preparation (OH pee um)

Brand Names: Opium Deodorized, Paregoric


What is Opium Deodorized (opium preparation)?

Opium is a narcotic derived from the seed pod of a poppy plant. It works by increasing smooth muscle tone and decreasing fluid secretions in the intestines. This slows the movement of bowel matter through the intestines.


Opium preparation (sometimes called "opium tincture" or "paregoric") is used to treat diarrhea. Opium preparation is sometimes given with other anti-diarrhea medication such as kaolin and pectic (Kaopectate).


Opium preparation may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about Opium Deodorized (opium preparation)?


You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a narcotic medicine, if you are having an asthma attack, or if you have a bowel obstruction called paralytic ileus.

Before you take an opium preparation, tell your doctor if you have bloody diarrhea, diarrhea with fever, diarrhea caused by taking antibiotics, inflammatory bowel disease, toxic megacolon, asthma or other breathing disorder, liver or kidney disease, a seizure disorder, enlarged prostate, urination problems, or a history of drug or alcohol addiction.


Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medication. Dangerous side effects or death can occur when alcohol is combined with opium preparation. Check your food and medicine labels to be sure these products do not contain alcohol. 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.

Many drugs can interact with opium preparation. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use.


Never take this medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.


What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking Opium Deodorized (opium preparation)?


You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a narcotic medicine (examples include codeine, methadone, morphine, Oxycontin, Darvocet, Percocet, Vicodin, Lortab, and many others). You should also not take opium preparation if you are having an asthma attack or if you have a bowel obstruction called paralytic ileus.

If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication. Before you take an opium preparation, tell your doctor if you have:



  • bloody diarrhea, or diarrhea with fever;




  • diarrhea caused by taking antibiotics;




  • inflammatory bowel disease, toxic megacolon;




  • asthma, COPD, sleep apnea, or other breathing disorders;




  • liver or kidney disease;




  • epilepsy or other seizure disorder;




  • enlarged prostate or urination problems; or




  • a history of drug or alcohol addiction.




FDA pregnancy category C. Taking opium preparation during pregnancy may cause addiction or withdrawal symptoms in a newborn. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Opium can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Older adults may be more like to have side effects of this medication.


Opium preparation may be habit-forming when used over a long period of time. This medication should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Opium preparation should never be shared with another person, especially someone who has a history of drug abuse or addiction. Keep the medication in a secure place where others cannot get to it.

How should I take Opium Deodorized (opium preparation)?


Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Never take an opium preparation in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.


This medication is usually taken 1 to 4 times daily to treat diarrhea. Follow your doctor's instructions.


If you switch from using opium tincture to using paregoric, your dose will not be the same because each preparation contains a different amount of opium. Opium tincture is much stronger than paregoric and taking too much may cause serious harm.

Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.


Do not stop using opium preparation suddenly after long-term use, or you could have unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Talk to your doctor about how to avoid withdrawal symptoms when you stop taking this medication. Store opium preparation at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose. 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. An overdose of opium could be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include extreme drowsiness, feeling restless or nervous, confusion, cold and clammy skin, pinpoint pupils, seizure (convulsions), shallow breathing, slow heartbeat, fainting, or breathing that stops.


What should I avoid while taking Opium Deodorized (opium preparation)?


Avoid using any other anti-diarrhea medications that your doctor has not prescribed.


Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medication. Dangerous side effects or death can occur when alcohol is combined with opium preparation. Check your food and medicine labels to be sure these products do not contain alcohol. 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.

Opium Deodorized (opium preparation) 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. Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

  • severe constipation, bloating, stomach cramps;




  • urinating less than usual or not at all;




  • fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeats;




  • feeling like you might pass out;




  • weak or shallow breathing; or




  • seizure (convulsions).



Less serious side effects may include:



  • upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite;




  • constipation;




  • dizziness, drowsiness, feeling tired or restless;




  • increased sweating; or




  • warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin.



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 Opium Deodorized (opium preparation)?


Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you regularly use cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, or other medicines that can make you sleepy or slow your breathing. Dangerous side effects may result.

Also tell your doctor if you are using:



  • atropine (Atreza, Sal-Tropine), belladonna (Donnatal, and others), benztropine (Cogentin), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), methscopolamine (Pamine), or scopolamine (Transderm-Scop);




  • bronchodilators such as ipratropium (Atrovent) or tiotropium (Spiriva);




  • cimetidine (Tagamet);




  • glycopyrrolate (Robinul);




  • mepenzolate (Cantil);




  • metoclopramide (Reglan);




  • naloxone (Narcan), naltrexone (ReVia);




  • bladder or urinary medications such as darifenacin (Enablex), flavoxate (Urispas), oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol), tolterodine (Detrol), or solifenacin (Vesicare);




  • irritable bowel medications such as dicyclomine (Bentyl), hyoscyamine (Anaspaz, Cystospaz, Levsin, and others), or propantheline (Pro-Banthine);




  • an MAO inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam), or tranylcypromine (Parnate); or




  • medicines to treat psychiatric disorders, such as chlorpromazine (Thorazine), haloperidol (Haldol), mesoridazine (Serentil), pimozide (Orap), or thioridazine (Mellaril).



This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with opium preparation. 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 Opium Deodorized resources


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


  • opium Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information

  • Opium Tincture MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Opium Monograph (AHFS DI)

  • Paregoric MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)



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  • Diarrhea


Where can I get more information?


  • Your doctor or pharmacist can provide more information about opium preparation.


Tuesday, 6 April 2010

Ryna-12X


Pronunciation: gwye-FEN-e-sin/fen-ill-EF-rin/peer-IL-a-meen
Generic Name: Guaifenesin/Phenylephrine/Pyrilamine
Brand Name: Ryna-12X


Ryna-12X is used for:

Relieving symptoms of sinus congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and throat and airway irritation due to colds, upper respiratory infections, and allergies. It may also be used for conditions as determined by your doctor.


Ryna-12X is an expectorant, decongestant, and antihistamine combination. The expectorant loosens mucus and lung secretions in the chest and makes coughs more productive. The decongestant works by constricting blood vessels and reducing swelling in the nasal passages, making it easier to breathe. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing.


Do NOT use Ryna-12X if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Ryna-12X

  • you have severe high blood pressure, severe heart blood vessel disease, rapid heartbeat, or severe heart problems

  • you are unable to urinate or are having an asthma attack

  • you take sodium oxybate (GHB) or you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days

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



Before using Ryna-12X:


Some medical conditions may interact with Ryna-12X. 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

  • if you have a fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat

  • if you have a history of adrenal gland problems (eg, adrenal gland tumor); heart problems; high blood pressure; diabetes; asthma; lung problems (eg, emphysema); blood vessel problems; stroke; glaucoma; a blockage of your bladder, stomach, or intestines; ulcers; trouble urinating; an enlarged prostate or other prostate problems; seizures; or an overactive thyroid

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Ryna-12X. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:


  • Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol), catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT) inhibitors (eg, tolcapone), furazolidone, indomethacin, MAO inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), sodium oxybate (GHB), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because side effects of Ryna-12X may be increased

  • Digoxin or droxidopa because risk of irregular heartbeat or heart attack may be increased

  • Bromocriptine or hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because side effects may be increased by Ryna-12X

  • Guanadrel, guanethidine, mecamylamine, methyldopa, or reserpine because effectiveness may be decreased by Ryna-12X

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ryna-12X 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 Ryna-12X:


Use Ryna-12X as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • Ryna-12X may be taken with or without food.

  • If you miss a dose of Ryna-12X, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ryna-12X.



Important safety information:


  • Ryna-12X may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Ryna-12X. Using Ryna-12X alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.

  • Do not take diet or appetite control medicines while you are taking Ryna-12X without checking with your doctor.

  • Ryna-12X contains phenylephrine. Before you begin taking any new prescription or nonprescription medicine, read the ingredients to see if it also contains phenylephrine. If it does or if you are uncertain, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Do NOT exceed the recommended dose or take Ryna-12X for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.

  • If your symptoms do not improve within 5 to 7 days or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

  • Ryna-12X may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Ryna-12X. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.

  • If you are scheduled for allergy skin testing, do not take Ryna-12X for several days before the test because it may decrease your response to the skin tests.

  • Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Ryna-12X.

  • Use Ryna-12X with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.

  • Caution is advised when using Ryna-12X in CHILDREN because they may be more sensitive to its effects.

  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Ryna-12X, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Ryna-12X during pregnancy. It is unknown if Ryna-12X is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Ryna-12X.


Possible side effects of Ryna-12X:


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:



Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; excitability; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness.



Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating or inability to urinate; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; tremor; trouble sleeping; vision changes.



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: Ryna-12X 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 ( http://www.aapcc.org), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include blurred vision; confusion; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; unusually fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; vomiting.


Proper storage of Ryna-12X:

Store Ryna-12X at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Ryna-12X out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Ryna-12X, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Ryna-12X 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 Ryna-12X. 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 Ryna-12X resources


  • Ryna-12X Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Ryna-12X Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Ryna-12X Drug Interactions
  • Ryna-12X Support Group
  • 0 Reviews for Ryna-12X - Add your own review/rating


  • Ryna-12X Concise Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)



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