Sunday 28 February 2010

Mizolen




Mizolen may be available in the countries listed below.


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Mizolastine

Mizolastine is reported as an ingredient of Mizolen in the following countries:


  • Spain

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Friday 26 February 2010

Puricos




Puricos may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Puricos



Allopurinol

Allopurinol is reported as an ingredient of Puricos in the following countries:


  • South Africa

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Wednesday 24 February 2010

Avimycin




Avimycin may be available in the countries listed below.


In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

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Usnic Acid

Usnic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Avimycin in the following countries:


  • Germany

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Menison




Menison may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Menison



Methylprednisolone

Methylprednisolone is reported as an ingredient of Menison in the following countries:


  • Vietnam

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Anlow




Anlow may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Anlow



Amlodipine

Amlodipine besilate (a derivative of Amlodipine) is reported as an ingredient of Anlow in the following countries:


  • El Salvador

  • Nicaragua

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Thursday 18 February 2010

Repriman N




Repriman N may be available in the countries listed below.


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Metamizole

Metamizole is reported as an ingredient of Repriman N in the following countries:


  • Peru

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Tuesday 16 February 2010

Xclair




In the US, Xclair (sodium hyaluronate topical) is a member of the drug class miscellaneous topical agents and is used to treat Burns - External, Dermatitis, Dermatologic Lesion and Dermatological Disorders.

US matches:

  • Xclair

Ingredient matches for Xclair



Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic Acid sodium salt (a derivative of Hyaluronic Acid) is reported as an ingredient of Xclair in the following countries:


  • United Kingdom

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Monday 15 February 2010

Tuberculosis, HIV Status Unknown Medications


There are currently no drugs listed for "Tuberculosis, HIV Status Unknown". See Tuberculosis.





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Monday 8 February 2010

Nopreg Pill




Nopreg Pill may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Nopreg Pill



Mifepristone

Mifepristone is reported as an ingredient of Nopreg Pill in the following countries:


  • Vietnam

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Wednesday 3 February 2010

Fabracin




Fabracin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Fabracin



Cinnarizine

Cinnarizine is reported as an ingredient of Fabracin in the following countries:


  • Argentina

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Monday 1 February 2010

brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine


Generic Name: brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine (BROM fen IR a meen, KOE deen, FEN il EFF rin)

Brand Names: M-End PE, Poly-Tussin AC, TL-Hist CD


What is brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine?

Brompheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.


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


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


The combination of brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, cough, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.


Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine?


You should not use this medication if you have severe liver disease, severe constipation, severe colitis or toxic megacolon, if you are unable to urinate, if you have been sick with diarrhea, if you recently drank large amounts of alcohol, or if you have a head injury or brain tumor. Do not use cough and cold medicine if you have untreated or uncontrolled diseases such as glaucoma, asthma or COPD, high blood pressure, heart disease, or overactive thyroid. Do not use a cough or cold medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine?


Do not use a cough or cold medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects. You should not use this medication if you have severe liver disease, severe constipation, severe colitis or toxic megacolon, if you are unable to urinate, if you have been sick with diarrhea, if you recently drank large amounts of alcohol, or if you have a head injury or brain tumor. Do not use cough and cold medicine if you have untreated or uncontrolled diseases such as glaucoma, asthma or COPD, high blood pressure, heart disease, or overactive thyroid.

To make sure you can safely take this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:



  • a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines), a colostomy or ileostomy;




  • diabetes;




  • liver or kidney disease;




  • epilepsy or other seizure disorder;




  • gallbladder disease;




  • enlarged prostate or urination problems;




  • an adrenal gland tumor or disorder (such as Addison's disease); or




  • if you take potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos, Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, Urocit-K).




Codeine may be habit forming and should be used only by the person it was prescribed for. Never share this medicine with another person, especially someone with a history of drug abuse or addiction. FDA pregnancy category C. Codeine may cause addiction or withdrawal symptoms in a newborn if the mother takes the medication during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medicine. Codeine can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. The use of codeine by some nursing mothers may lead to life-threatening side effects in the baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine?


Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Cough or cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.


Do not take for longer than 7 days in a row. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache or skin rash.


Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. 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. If you need surgery or medical tests, tell the surgeon or doctor ahead of time if you have taken a cough or cold medicine within the past few days. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep track of the amount of medicine used from each new bottle. Codeine is a drug of abuse and you should be aware if anyone is using your medicine improperly or without a prescription.

See also: Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine dosage (in more detail)

What happens if I miss a dose?


Since cough or cold medicine is taken when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.


What happens if I overdose?


Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of codeine can be fatal.

Overdose symptoms may include confusion, extreme weakness, pinpoint pupils, cold and clammy skin, weak pulse, slow breathing, fainting, or breathing that stops. Overdose symptoms may also include severe forms of some of the side effects listed in this medication guide.


What should I avoid while taking brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine?


Do not drink alcohol while you are taking medicine that contains codeine. Dangerous side effects or death can occur when alcohol is combined with a narcotic medicine. Check your food and medicine labels to be sure these products do not contain alcohol. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, cough, allergy, or sleep medicine. Antihistamines, decongestants, and cough suppressants are contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much of a certain drug. Check the label to see if a medicine contains an antihistamine, decongestant, or cough suppressant. This medicine may cause blurred vision or impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert and able to see clearly.

Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine 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 taking the medication and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

  • fast or pounding heartbeats;




  • confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;




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




  • urinating less than usual or not at all;




  • easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or




  • dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, chest pain, shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, seizure).



Less serious side effects may include:



  • dizziness, drowsiness, problems with memory or concentration;




  • dry mouth, nose, or throat, increased sweating or urination;




  • mild stomach pain, diarrhea or constipation;




  • sleep problems (insomnia);




  • blurred vision; or




  • flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling).



This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine Dosing Information


Usual Adult Dose for Cough and Nasal Congestion:

Brompheniramine/codeine/phenylephrine 4 mg-10 mg-7.5 mg/5 mL oral liquid:
5 mL orally every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 30 mL daily.

Brompheniramine/codeine/phenylephrine 1.33 mg-6.33 mg-3.33 mg/5 mL oral liquid:
15 mL orally every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 90 mL daily.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Cough and Nasal Congestion:

Brompheniramine/codeine/phenylephrine 4 mg-10 mg-7.5 mg/5 mL oral liquid:
6 to 11 years: 2.5 mL orally every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 15 mL daily.
12 years or older: 5 mL orally every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 30 mL daily.

Brompheniramine/codeine/phenylephrine 1.33 mg-6.33 mg-3.33 mg/5 mL oral liquid:
6 to 11 years: 7.5 mL orally every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 45 mL daily.
12 years or older: 15 mL orally every 4 to 6 hours not to exceed 90 mL daily.


What other drugs will affect brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine?


Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as other cold or allergy medicines, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by brompheniramine or codeine.

Tell your doctor about all other medications you use, especially:



  • naloxone (Narcan, Suboxone);




  • topiramate (Topamax);




  • tramadol (Ultram, Ultracet);




  • zonisamide (Zonegran);




  • a diuretic (water pill);




  • an antidepressant such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Vanatrip, Limbitrol), bupropion (Wellbutrin), doxepin (Sinequan, Silenor), nortriptyline (Pamelor), and others;




  • anti-nausea medications such as belladonna (Donnatal), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), droperidol (Inapsine), methscopolamine (Pamine), or scopolamine (Transderm Scop);




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




  • bowel cleansing preparations (Half Lytely, Fleet Prep Kit, Evac-Q-Kwik, GoLytely, Supraprep, and others);




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




  • irritable bowel medications such as dicyclomine (Bentyl), hyoscyamine (Hyomax), or propantheline (Pro Banthine); or




  • ulcer medicine such as glycopyrrolate (Robinul) or mepenzolate (Cantil).



This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.



More brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine resources


  • Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine Dosage
  • Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine Drug Interactions
  • Brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine Support Group
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Where can I get more information?


  • Your pharmacist can provide more information about brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine.

See also: brompheniramine, codeine, and phenylephrine side effects (in more detail)


Anamidol




Anamidol may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Anamidol



Oxymesterone

Oxymesterone is reported as an ingredient of Anamidol in the following countries:


  • Japan

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