Friday, August 31, 2012

Nystop Topical


Generic Name: nystatin (Topical route)

nye-STAT-in

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.


  • Mycostatin

  • Nystop

  • Pedi-Dri

In Canada


  • Mycostatin Cream

  • Mycostatin Ointment

  • Mycostatin Powder

  • Nadostine

  • Nilstat Topical Cream

  • Nilstat Topical Ointment

  • Nyaderm Cream

  • Nyaderm Ointment

Available Dosage Forms:


  • Powder

  • Cream

  • Ointment

Therapeutic Class: Antifungal


Chemical Class: Polyene


Uses For Nystop


Nystatin belongs to the group of medicines called antifungals. Topical nystatin is used to treat some types of fungus infections of the skin.


Nystatin is available in the U.S. only with your doctor's prescription.


Before Using Nystop


In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:


Allergies


Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.


Pediatric


Although there is no specific information comparing use of topical nystatin in children with use in other age groups, this medicine is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in children than it does in adults.


Geriatric


Many medicines have not been studied specifically in older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information comparing use of topical nystatin in the elderly with use in other age groups.


Interactions with Medicines


Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.


Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol


Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.


Proper Use of nystatin

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain nystatin. It may not be specific to Nystop. Please read with care.


Topical nystatin should not be used in the eyes.


Apply enough nystatin to cover the affected area.


For patients using the powder form of this medicine on the feet:


  • Sprinkle the powder between the toes, on the feet, and in socks and shoes.

The use of any kind of occlusive dressing (airtight covering, such as kitchen plastic wrap) over this medicine may increase the chance of irritation. Therefore, do not bandage, wrap, or apply any occlusive dressing over this medicine unless directed to do so by your doctor. When using this medicine on the diaper area of children, avoid tight-fitting diapers and plastic pants.


To help clear up your infection completely, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if your condition has improved. Do not miss any doses.


Dosing


The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.


The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.


  • For topical dosage forms (cream or ointment):
    • For fungus infections:
      • Adults and children—Apply to the affected area(s) of the skin two times a day.



  • For topical dosage form (powder):
    • For fungus infections:
      • Adults and children—Apply to the affected area(s) of the skin two or three times a day.



Missed Dose


If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.


Storage


Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.


Keep out of the reach of children.


Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.


Nystop Side Effects


Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.


Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:


  • Skin irritation not present before use of this medicine

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.


Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Nystop Topical side effects (in more detail)



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More Nystop Topical resources


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  • Nystop Topical Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Nystop Topical Support Group
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  • Cutaneous Candidiasis
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Tubersol


Generic Name: tuberculin (Intradermal route)

too-BER-kue-lin

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.


  • Aplisol

  • Tubersol

Available Dosage Forms:


  • Solution

Therapeutic Class: Diagnostic Agent, Tuberculin


Uses For Tubersol


Tuberculin purified protein derivative (PPD) is used as a test to help diagnose tuberculous infection.


How the test is done: Tuberculin PPD is injected into the surface layers of the skin. If the test is positive, a reaction will be seen at and around the place of injection or puncture. If the test is given using an injection, this reaction is usually a hard, raised area with clear margins. If the test is given using the puncture devices, the reaction is usually a swollen area at the puncture site. Forty-eight to 72 hours after administration of the injection the size of the reaction is measured and recorded and the results of the test are studied.


Tuberculin PPD is to be used only by or under the supervision of a doctor.


Before Using Tubersol


In deciding to use a diagnostic test, any risks of the test must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. Also, other things may affect test results. For this test, the following should be considered:


Allergies


Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.


Pediatric


Although there is no specific information comparing use of tuberculin PPD in children with use in other age groups, this diagnostic test is not expected to cause different side effects or problems in children than it does in adults.


Geriatric


Reactions to tuberculin PPD in older patients may be more likely to develop slowly and may not reach the peak effect until after 72 hours.


Pregnancy








Pregnancy CategoryExplanation
All TrimestersCAnimal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding


Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.


Interactions with Medicines


Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.


Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol


Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.


Other Medical Problems


The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this diagnostic test. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:


  • Positive tuberculin reaction (previous)—The reaction to tuberculin PPD may be severe, possibly causing sores on the skin where the test is given.

Proper Use of tuberculin

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain tuberculin. It may not be specific to Tubersol. Please read with care.


Dosing


The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.


The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.


Tubersol Side Effects


Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.


Rare
  • Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin

  • skin rash or itching

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:


Less common
  • Pain

  • redness at the site of injection

  • sores at and around the place of injection

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.


Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Tubersol side effects (in more detail)



The information contained in the Thomson Reuters Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. Only your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for you.


The use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products is at your sole risk. These products are provided "AS IS" and "as available" for use, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Thomson Reuters Healthcare and Drugs.com make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of any of the information contained in the products. Additionally, THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE OPINIONS OR OTHER SERVICE OR DATA YOU MAY ACCESS, DOWNLOAD OR USE AS A RESULT OF USE OF THE THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. Thomson Reuters Healthcare does not assume any responsibility or risk for your use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products.


More Tubersol resources


  • Tubersol Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Tubersol Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Tubersol Drug Interactions
  • Tubersol Support Group
  • 0 Reviews · Be the first to review/rate this drug


  • Tubersol MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Aplisol Prescribing Information (FDA)



Saturday, August 25, 2012

Timolol Ophthalmic



TIM-oh-lol


Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.


  • Betimol

  • Istalol

  • Timoptic Ocudose

  • Timoptic Ocumeter

  • Timoptic Ocumeter Plus

  • Timoptic-XE Ocumeter

  • Timoptic-XE Ocumeter Plus

Available Dosage Forms:


  • Solution

  • Gel Forming Solution

Therapeutic Class: Antiglaucoma


Pharmacologic Class: Beta-Adrenergic Blocker, Nonselective


Uses For timolol


Timolol is used alone or together with other medicines to treat increased pressure in the eye that is caused by open-angle glaucoma or a condition called ocular (eye) hypertension. timolol is a beta-blocker .


timolol is available only with your doctor's prescription .


Before Using timolol


In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For timolol, the following should be considered:


Allergies


Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to timolol or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.


Pediatric


Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of timolol in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established .


Geriatric


Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatrics-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of timolol in the elderly .


Pregnancy








Pregnancy CategoryExplanation
All TrimestersCAnimal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding


Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.


Interactions with Medicines


Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking timolol, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.


Using timolol with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.


  • Albuterol

  • Amiodarone

  • Arformoterol

  • Bambuterol

  • Bitolterol

  • Broxaterol

  • Clenbuterol

  • Clonidine

  • Colterol

  • Diltiazem

  • Dronedarone

  • Epinephrine

  • Fenoldopam

  • Fenoterol

  • Formoterol

  • Hexoprenaline

  • Indacaterol

  • Isoetharine

  • Levalbuterol

  • Metaproterenol

  • Pirbuterol

  • Procaterol

  • Reproterol

  • Rimiterol

  • Ritodrine

  • Salmeterol

  • Terbutaline

  • Timolol

  • Tretoquinol

  • Tulobuterol

  • Verapamil

Using timolol with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.


  • Acarbose

  • Aceclofenac

  • Acemetacin

  • Acetohexamide

  • Alclofenac

  • Alfuzosin

  • Amlodipine

  • Apazone

  • Arbutamine

  • Benfluorex

  • Benoxaprofen

  • Bromfenac

  • Bufexamac

  • Bunazosin

  • Carprofen

  • Chlorpropamide

  • Cimetidine

  • Clometacin

  • Clonixin

  • Dexketoprofen

  • Diclofenac

  • Diflunisal

  • Digoxin

  • Dipyrone

  • Doxazosin

  • Droxicam

  • Etodolac

  • Etofenamate

  • Felbinac

  • Felodipine

  • Fenbufen

  • Fenoprofen

  • Fentiazac

  • Floctafenine

  • Flufenamic Acid

  • Flurbiprofen

  • Gliclazide

  • Glimepiride

  • Glipizide

  • Gliquidone

  • Glyburide

  • Guar Gum

  • Ibuprofen

  • Indomethacin

  • Indoprofen

  • Insulin

  • Insulin Aspart, Recombinant

  • Insulin Glulisine

  • Insulin Lispro, Recombinant

  • Isoxicam

  • Ketoprofen

  • Ketorolac

  • Lacidipine

  • Lercanidipine

  • Lornoxicam

  • Manidipine

  • Meclofenamate

  • Mefenamic Acid

  • Meloxicam

  • Metformin

  • Methyldopa

  • Mibefradil

  • Miglitol

  • Moxisylyte

  • Nabumetone

  • Naproxen

  • Nicardipine

  • Nifedipine

  • Niflumic Acid

  • Nilvadipine

  • Nimesulide

  • Nimodipine

  • Nisoldipine

  • Nitrendipine

  • Oxaprozin

  • Oxyphenbutazone

  • Phenoxybenzamine

  • Phentolamine

  • Phenylbutazone

  • Pirazolac

  • Piroxicam

  • Pirprofen

  • Pranidipine

  • Prazosin

  • Propyphenazone

  • Proquazone

  • Quinidine

  • Repaglinide

  • St John's Wort

  • Sulindac

  • Suprofen

  • Tamsulosin

  • Tenidap

  • Tenoxicam

  • Terazosin

  • Tiaprofenic Acid

  • Tolazamide

  • Tolbutamide

  • Tolmetin

  • Trimazosin

  • Troglitazone

  • Urapidil

  • Zomepirac

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol


Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.


Other Medical Problems


The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of timolol. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:


  • Asthma or

  • Bradycardia (slow heartbeat) or

  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), severe or

  • Heart block or

  • Heart failure—Should not use in patients with these conditions .

  • Blood vessel disease (especially blood vessels of the brain) or

  • Stroke, history of—Use with caution. timolol may worsen these conditions .

  • Diabetes or

  • Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or

  • Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar)—May cover up some of the signs and symptoms of these diseases, such as a fast heartbeat .

  • Lung disease—Use with caution. May cause difficulty with breathing in patients with this condition .

  • Myasthenia gravis—May worsen symptoms of this condition, such as muscle weakness .

Proper Use of timolol


Shake the regular eye drops well just before each use. If you are using the gel-forming eye drops, turn the bottle upside down and shake it once. You do not need to shake the gel-forming eye drops more than once .


To use the eye drops (solution and gel):


  • First, wash your hands. Tilt the head back and, pressing your finger gently on the skin just beneath the lower eyelid, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to make a space. Drop the medicine into this space. Let go of the eyelid and gently close the eyes. Do not blink. Keep the eyes closed and apply pressure to the inner corner of the eye with your finger for 1 or 2 minutes to allow the medicine to be absorbed by the eye.

  • Immediately after using the medicine, wash your hands to remove any medicine that may be on them.

  • To keep the medicine as germ-free as possible, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface (including the eye). Also, keep the container tightly closed. Serious damage to the eye and possible loss of vision may result from using contaminated eye medicines .

If your doctor ordered two different eye medicines to be used together, wait at least 10 minutes after the regular eye drops before using the second medicine. This will help prevent the second medicine from “washing out” the first one. The gel-forming eye drops should always be the last medicine used if two medicines are ordered. Wait 10 minutes before using the gel-forming eye drops .


You should not use the regular eye drops if you have contact lenses in your eyes. Remove your contact lenses before you use timolol. Wait at least 15 minutes after you use the medicine before putting the contact lenses back in .


Dosing


The dose of timolol will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of timolol. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.


The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.


  • For glaucoma or ocular hypertension:
    • For ophthalmic gel-forming solution dosage form (eye drops):
      • Adults—One drop in the affected eye(s) once a day.

      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor .


    • For ophthalmic solution dosage form (eye drops):
      • Adults—One drop in the affected eye(s) two times a day.

      • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor .



Missed Dose


If you miss a dose of timolol, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.


Storage


Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.


Keep out of the reach of children.


Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.


Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.


Precautions While Using timolol


It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure timolol is working properly and to check for unwanted effects .


If itching, redness, swelling, or other signs of eye or eyelid irritation occur, stop using timolol and check with your doctor. These signs may mean that you are allergic to timolol .


Timolol may cause heart failure in some patients. Check with your doctor right away if you are having chest pain or discomfort; dilated neck veins; extreme fatigue; irregular breathing; an irregular heartbeat; shortness of breath; swelling of the face, fingers, feet, or lower legs; weight gain; or wheezing .


timolol may cause changes in your blood sugar levels. Also, timolol may cover up signs of low blood sugar, such as a rapid pulse rate. Check with your doctor if you have these problems or if you notice a change in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests .


Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using timolol. You may need to stop using timolol several days before having surgery .


The gel-forming eye drops may cause blurred vision or other vision problems that last about 30 seconds to 5 minutes after you put them in your eye. If any of these occur, do not drive, use machines, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not able to see well. If these eye changes are bothersome, check with your doctor .


timolol Side Effects


Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.


Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:


More common
  • Blurred vision

  • burning or stinging in eye

Less common
  • Arm, back, or jaw pain

  • blisters, hives, welts, or itching

  • blue lips, fingernails, or skin

  • burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings

  • change in vision

  • chest pain or discomfort

  • chest tightness or heaviness

  • confusion about identity, place, and time

  • continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in ears

  • coughing that sometimes produces a pink frothy sputum

  • depression

  • difficult, fast, noisy breathing, sometimes with wheezing

  • difficulty in chewing, swallowing, or talking

  • dilated neck veins

  • discharge, excessive tearing

  • disturbed color perception

  • dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly

  • double vision

  • drooping eyelids

  • dry or itching eyes

  • extreme fatigue

  • false sense of well-being

  • fast, slow, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse

  • fear, nervousness

  • feeling of having something in the eye

  • fever and chills

  • flashes of light, floaters in vision

  • general feeling of discomfort or illness

  • hair loss

  • halos around lights

  • headaches

  • inability to speak

  • increased sweating

  • irregular, fast or slow, or shallow breathing

  • large, hive-like swelling on face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs

  • lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting

  • loss of vision

  • memory loss

  • mood swings

  • muscle or joint pain

  • muscle weakness

  • nausea

  • night blindness

  • no blood pressure or pulse

  • overbright appearance of lights

  • pain, tension, and weakness upon walking that subsides during periods of rest

  • pale skin

  • paleness or cold feeling in fingertips, toes, hands, and feet

  • personality changes

  • pounding in the ears

  • puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue

  • redness of skin

  • redness, pain, swelling or irritation of eye, eyelid, or inner lining of eyelid

  • seeing double

  • seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there

  • seizures

  • severe numbness, especially on one side of the face or body

  • severe or sudden headache

  • severe tiredness

  • shortness of breath or troubled breathing

  • skin irritation or rash, including rash that looks like psoriasis

  • slurred speech

  • sore throat

  • stopping of heart

  • sweating

  • swelling of face, fingers, feet, lower legs, and ankles

  • swollen glands

  • temporary blindness

  • tingling or pain in fingers or toes when exposed to cold

  • tunnel vision

  • unconsciousness

  • unusual tiredness or weakness

  • weakness in arm and/or leg on one side of the body, sudden and severe

  • weight gain

  • wheezing

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:


Less common
  • Acid or sour stomach

  • belching

  • body aches or pain

  • diarrhea

  • dry mouth

  • ear congestion

  • hearing loss

  • heartburn

  • indigestion

  • lack or loss of strength

  • loss of appetite

  • loss of voice

  • nightmares

  • runny nose

  • sleepiness or unusual drowsiness

  • sleeplessness

  • sneezing

  • stomach discomfort, upset, or pain

  • stuffy nose

  • trouble sleeping

  • unable to sleep

  • weight loss

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.


Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.



The information contained in the Thomson Reuters Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. Only your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for you.


The use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products is at your sole risk. These products are provided "AS IS" and "as available" for use, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Thomson Reuters Healthcare and Drugs.com make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of any of the information contained in the products. Additionally, THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE OPINIONS OR OTHER SERVICE OR DATA YOU MAY ACCESS, DOWNLOAD OR USE AS A RESULT OF USE OF THE THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. Thomson Reuters Healthcare does not assume any responsibility or risk for your use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products.


More timolol Ophthalmic resources


  • Timolol Ophthalmic Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Timolol Ophthalmic Drug Interactions
  • Timolol Ophthalmic Support Group
  • 1 Review for Timolol Ophthalmic - Add your own review/rating


  • Timolol Ophthalmic Prescribing Information (FDA)

  • Betimol Prescribing Information (FDA)

  • Betimol Drops MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Istalol Prescribing Information (FDA)

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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Temsirolimus Intravenous


tem-sir-OH-li-mus


Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.


  • Torisel

Available Dosage Forms:


  • Solution

Therapeutic Class: Antineoplastic Agent


Uses For temsirolimus


Temsirolimus injection is an anticancer medicine that is used to treat advanced kidney cancer.


temsirolimus is available only with your doctor's prescription.


Before Using temsirolimus


In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For temsirolimus, the following should be considered:


Allergies


Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to temsirolimus or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.


Pediatric


Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of temsirolimus injection in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.


Geriatric


Appropriate studies on the relationship of age to the effects of temsirolimus injection have not been performed in the geriatric population. However, elderly patients are more likely to have diarrhea, edema (swelling), and pneumonia, which may require caution in patients receiving temsirolimus injection.


Pregnancy








Pregnancy CategoryExplanation
All TrimestersDStudies in pregnant women have demonstrated a risk to the fetus. However, the benefits of therapy in a life threatening situation or a serious disease, may outweigh the potential risk.

Breast Feeding


There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.


Interactions with Medicines


Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are receiving temsirolimus, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.


Using temsirolimus with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.


  • Adenovirus Vaccine Type 4, Live

  • Adenovirus Vaccine Type 7, Live

  • Atazanavir

  • Bacillus of Calmette and Guerin Vaccine, Live

  • Carbamazepine

  • Clarithromycin

  • Dexamethasone

  • Indinavir

  • Influenza Virus Vaccine, Live

  • Itraconazole

  • Ketoconazole

  • Measles Virus Vaccine, Live

  • Mumps Virus Vaccine, Live

  • Nefazodone

  • Nelfinavir

  • Phenobarbital

  • Phenytoin

  • Poliovirus Vaccine, Live

  • Rifabutin

  • Rifampin

  • Ritonavir

  • Rotavirus Vaccine, Live

  • Rubella Virus Vaccine, Live

  • Saquinavir

  • Smallpox Vaccine

  • St John's Wort

  • Telithromycin

  • Typhoid Vaccine

  • Varicella Virus Vaccine

  • Voriconazole

  • Yellow Fever Vaccine

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol


Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.


Using temsirolimus with any of the following is usually not recommended, but may be unavoidable in some cases. If used together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use temsirolimus, or give you special instructions about the use of food, alcohol, or tobacco.


  • Grapefruit Juice

Other Medical Problems


The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of temsirolimus. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:


  • Bleeding problems or

  • Brain tumor—Use with caution. temsirolimus may increase the risk of having serious bleeding in the head.

  • Bowel problems or

  • Diabetes or

  • Hyperlipidemia (increased blood cholesterol or fats) or

  • Infection or

  • Kidney disease or

  • Liver disease, mild or

  • Lung disease (e.g., interstitial lung disease)—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

  • Liver disease, moderate and severe—Should not be used in patients with this condition.

Proper Use of temsirolimus


Medicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving temsirolimus, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.


You will receive temsirolimus while you are in a hospital or cancer treatment center. A nurse or other trained health professional will give you temsirolimus. temsirolimus is given through a needle placed in one of your veins. The medicine must be injected slowly, so your IV tube will need to stay in place for 30 to 60 minutes.


You will receive a medicine to prevent allergic reactions (e.g., diphenhydramine, Benadryl®) before you receive temsirolimus.


Precautions While Using temsirolimus


It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to see if the medicine is working properly. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.


Using temsirolimus while you are pregnant can harm your unborn baby. Men and women should use an effective form of birth control during treatment with temsirolimus and for at least 3 months after stopping treatment. If you think you have become pregnant while using temsirolimus, tell your doctor right away.


Temsirolimus may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Tell your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; swelling of the face, tongue, and throat; trouble with breathing; or chest pain after you get the injection.


temsirolimus may cause flushing, headaches, and lightheadedness or faintness, while you are receiving the injection or within 24 hours after you receive it. Check with your doctor or nurse right away if you have any of these symptoms.


temsirolimus may increase the amount of sugar in your blood. Check with your doctor right away if you have increased thirst or urination. Your doctor may give you insulin or other medicines that can lower the amount of sugar in your blood.


While you are being treated with temsirolimus, and after you stop treatment with it, do not have any immunizations (vaccinations) without your doctor's approval. Temsirolimus may lower your body's resistance and there is a chance you might get the infection the vaccine is meant to prevent. In addition, other persons living in your household should not get live vaccines (e.g., nasal flu virus vaccine, measles, mumps, rubella, oral polio vaccine, BCG, yellow fever, varicella, or TY21a typhoid vaccine). Try to avoid being around persons who have received live vaccines. Do not get close to them, and do not stay in the same room with them for very long. If you cannot take these precautions, you should consider wearing a protective face mask that covers the nose and mouth.


Treatment with temsirolimus may also increase the chance of getting other infections. If you can, avoid people with colds or other infections. If you think you are getting a cold or other infection, check with your doctor.


temsirolimus may cause a serious lung problem. Check with your doctor immediately if you are having tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, difficulty with breathing, or wheezing.


Temsirolimus may increase your cholesterol and fats in the blood. If this condition occurs, your doctor may give you some medicines that can lower the amount of cholesterol and fats in the blood.


Check with your doctor right away if you start having severe abdominal or stomach burning, cramps, or pains; bloody or black, tarry stools; diarrhea; fever; nausea; or vomiting of material that looks like coffee grounds. These could be symptoms of a serious bowel problem.


temsirolimus may increase your chance of having acute kidney disease that is not related to the worsening of your kidney cancer. Talk to your doctor about this risk.


temsirolimus may affect the way your body heals from cuts and wounds. Make sure any doctor who treats you knows that you are using temsirolimus. You may need to stop using temsirolimus several weeks before and after having surgery.


Grapefruit and grapefruit juice may increase the effects of temsirolimus by increasing the amount of medicine in your blood. You should not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while receiving temsirolimus.


Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal (e.g., St. John's wort) or vitamin supplements.


temsirolimus Side Effects


Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.


Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:


More common
  • Bladder pain

  • bloody nose

  • bloody or cloudy urine

  • body aches or pain

  • chest pain

  • congestion

  • cough or hoarseness

  • cracked lips

  • diarrhea

  • difficult or labored breathing

  • difficult, burning, or painful urination

  • difficulty with swallowing

  • dryness or soreness of the throat

  • fever or chills

  • frequent urge to urinate

  • headache

  • lack or loss of strength

  • lower back or side pain

  • shortness of breath

  • sneezing

  • sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips, tongue, or inside the mouth

  • stomach pain

  • stuffy or runny nose

  • swelling of the hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs

  • swelling or puffiness of the face

  • tender, swollen glands in the neck

  • tightness in the chest

  • voice changes

  • vomiting

  • wheezing

Incidence not known
  • Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin

  • convulsions

  • dark-colored urine

  • itching

  • joint or muscle pain

  • muscle cramps or spasms

  • muscle stiffness

  • pain or redness at the injection site

  • pale skin at injection site

  • red skin lesions, often with a purple center

  • red, irritated eyes

  • unusual tiredness or weakness

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:


Symptoms of overdose
  • Abdominal or stomach cramps

  • black, tarry stools

  • feeling that others are watching you or controlling your behavior

  • feeling that others can hear your thoughts

  • feeling, seeing, or hearing things that are not there

  • loss of bladder control

  • muscle spasm or jerking of all extremities

  • severe mood or mental changes

  • severe vomiting, sometimes with blood

  • sudden loss of consciousness

  • tenderness, pain, swelling, warmth, skin discoloration, and prominent superficial veins over the affected area

  • unusual behavior

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:


More common
  • Back pain

  • blemishes on the skin

  • change in taste

  • difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)

  • difficulty with moving

  • discoloration of the fingernails or toenails

  • dry skin

  • loss of appetite

  • loss of taste

  • nausea

  • pain in the joints

  • pimples

  • rash

  • sleeplessness

  • swollen joints

  • trouble with sleeping

  • unable to sleep

  • weight loss

Less common
  • Discouragement

  • feeling sad or empty

  • irritability

  • loss of interest or pleasure

  • tiredness

  • trouble concentrating

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.


Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: temsirolimus Intravenous side effects (in more detail)



The information contained in the Thomson Reuters Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. Only your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for you.


The use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products is at your sole risk. These products are provided "AS IS" and "as available" for use, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Thomson Reuters Healthcare and Drugs.com make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of any of the information contained in the products. Additionally, THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE OPINIONS OR OTHER SERVICE OR DATA YOU MAY ACCESS, DOWNLOAD OR USE AS A RESULT OF USE OF THE THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. Thomson Reuters Healthcare does not assume any responsibility or risk for your use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products.


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Trelstar


Generic Name: triptorelin (Intramuscular route)

trip-toe-REL-in

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.


  • Trelstar

  • Trelstar Depot

  • Trelstar LA

Available Dosage Forms:


  • Powder for Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Antineoplastic Agent


Pharmacologic Class: Luteinizing Hormone Releasing Hormone Agonist


Uses For Trelstar


Triptorelin is used to treat advanced prostate cancer in men. It is a hormone that is similar to the one normally released from the hypothalamus gland in the brain. When given on a regular basis to men, triptorelin decreases testosterone levels which helps treat prostate cancer.


This medicine is to be given only by or under the supervision of a doctor.


Before Using Trelstar


In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:


Allergies


Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.


Pediatric


Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of triptorelin in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.


Geriatric


Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of triptorelin in the elderly.


Pregnancy








Pregnancy CategoryExplanation
All TrimestersXStudies in animals or pregnant women have demonstrated positive evidence of fetal abnormalities. This drug should not be used in women who are or may become pregnant because the risk clearly outweighs any possible benefit.

Breast Feeding


There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.


Interactions with Medicines


Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.


Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol


Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.


Other Medical Problems


The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:


  • Bladder blockage or

  • Diabetes or

  • Heart or blood vessel disease or

  • Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) or

  • Spinal cord problems—Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

  • Kidney disease or

  • Liver disease—Use with caution. The effects may be increased because of slower removal of the medicine from the body.

Proper Use of triptorelin

This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain triptorelin. It may not be specific to Trelstar. Please read with care.


A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. This medicine is given as a shot into your muscle (usually in the buttocks). This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. Make sure you keep all of your appointments.


Precautions While Using Trelstar


It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Blood and urine tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.


This medicine may cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you have a rash; itching; hoarseness; trouble breathing; trouble swallowing; or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth after you receive the medicine.


When you first start using this medicine, some of your symptoms might get worse or you might have new symptoms for a short time. Tell your doctor right away if you have bone pain, back pain, a tingling or numbness in the body, blood in the urine, or trouble urinating.


This medicine may cause changes in your blood sugar levels. Check with your doctor if you notice a change in the results of your blood or urine sugar tests.


This medicine may increase your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. Call your doctor right away if you have chest pain or discomfort; pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck; shortness of breath; nausea; sweating; or vomiting.


Before you have any medical tests, tell the medical doctor in charge that you are using this medicine. The results of some tests may be affected by this medicine.


Trelstar Side Effects


Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.


Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:


Less common
  • Bladder pain

  • bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet

  • bloody or cloudy urine

  • blurred vision

  • burning while urinating

  • chest pain

  • cough producing mucus

  • decrease in urine volume or frequency of urination

  • difficult or labored breathing

  • difficult, burning, or painful urination

  • difficulty in passing urine

  • dizziness

  • dry mouth

  • flushed, dry skin

  • frequent urge to urinate

  • fruit-like breath odor

  • headache

  • high blood pressure

  • increased hunger

  • increased thirst

  • increased urination

  • loss of consciousness

  • lower back or side pain

  • nausea

  • nervousness

  • pale skin

  • pounding in the ears

  • rapid weight gain

  • shortness of breath

  • slow or fast heartbeat

  • stomachache

  • sweating

  • tightness in the chest

  • tingling of the hands or feet

  • troubled breathing

  • troubled breathing with exertion

  • unexplained weight loss

  • unusual bleeding or bruising

  • unusual tiredness or weakness

  • unusual weight gain or loss

  • vomiting

  • wheezing

Incidence not known
  • Anxiety

  • changes in skin color

  • changes in vision

  • chest discomfort

  • cold, clammy, or pale skin

  • confusion

  • dizziness or lightheadedness

  • fainting

  • inability to speak

  • irregular heartbeats

  • numbness or tingling in the face, arms, or legs

  • pain

  • pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck

  • pain, redness, or swelling in the arm or leg

  • seizures

  • severe or sudden headache

  • slow heart rate

  • slurred speech

  • sudden shortness of breath or troubled breathing

  • temporary blindness

  • tenderness

  • trouble speaking, thinking, or walking

  • weakness in the arm or leg on one side of the body, sudden and severe

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:


More common
  • Bone pain

  • chills

  • decrease in testicle size

  • diarrhea

  • fever

  • decreased interest in sexual intercourse

  • feeling of warmth or redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest

  • general feeling of discomfort or illness

  • inability to have or keep an erection

  • joint pain

  • leg pain

  • loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance

  • loss of appetite

  • muscle aches and pains

  • redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest

  • runny nose

  • shivering

  • sore throat

  • sudden sweating

  • trouble sleeping

Less common
  • Acid or sour stomach

  • back pain

  • belching

  • body aches or pain

  • breast pain

  • burning, dry, or itching eyes

  • congestion

  • crying

  • depersonalization

  • difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)

  • difficulty with moving

  • discharge or excessive tearing

  • dysphoria

  • euphoria

  • eye pain

  • heartburn

  • hoarseness

  • indigestion

  • injection site pain

  • itching

  • lack or loss of strength

  • leg cramps

  • loss of appetite

  • mental depression

  • muscle aching or cramping

  • muscle pains or stiffness

  • pain

  • paranoia

  • quick to react or overreact emotionally

  • rapidly changing moods

  • rash

  • redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid

  • runny nose

  • sleeplessness

  • stomach discomfort, upset, or pain

  • swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in both females and males

  • swollen joints

  • tender, swollen glands in the neck

  • trouble with swallowing

  • voice changes

  • weight loss

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.


Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

See also: Trelstar side effects (in more detail)



The information contained in the Thomson Reuters Micromedex products as delivered by Drugs.com is intended as an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatment. It is not a substitute for a medical exam, nor does it replace the need for services provided by medical professionals. Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before taking any prescription or over the counter drugs (including any herbal medicines or supplements) or following any treatment or regimen. Only your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist can provide you with advice on what is safe and effective for you.


The use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products is at your sole risk. These products are provided "AS IS" and "as available" for use, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Thomson Reuters Healthcare and Drugs.com make no representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of any of the information contained in the products. Additionally, THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTIES AS TO THE OPINIONS OR OTHER SERVICE OR DATA YOU MAY ACCESS, DOWNLOAD OR USE AS A RESULT OF USE OF THE THOMSON REUTERS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED. Thomson Reuters Healthcare does not assume any responsibility or risk for your use of the Thomson Reuters Healthcare products.


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Monday, August 20, 2012

Sunmark Acid Reducer Ranitidine




Generic Name: ranitidine hydrochloride

Dosage Form: tablet
McKesson Acid Reducer Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each tablet)


Ranitidine 75 mg (as ranitidine hydrochloride 84 mg)



Purpose


Acid reducer



Uses


  • relieves heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach

  • prevents heartburn associated with acid indigestion and sour stomach brought on by eating or drinking certain foods and beverages


Warnings


Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to ranitidine or other acid reducers



Do not use


  • if you have trouble or pain swallowing food, vomiting with blood, or bloody or black stools. These may be signs of a serious condition. See your doctor.

  • with other acid reducers


Ask a doctor before use if you have


  • frequent chest pain

  • frequent wheezing, particularly with heartburn

  • unexplained weight loss

  • nausea or vomiting

  • stomach pain

  • had heartburn over 3 months. This may be a sign of a more serious condition

  • heartburn with lightheadedness, sweating or dizziness

  • chest pain or shoulder pain with shortness of breath; sweating; pain spreading to arms, neck or shoulders; or lightheadedness


Stop use and ask a doctor if


  • your heartburn continues or worsens

  • you need to take this product for more than 14 days


If pregnant or breast-feeding,


ask a health professional before use.



Keep out of reach of children.


In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.



Directions


  • adults and children 12 years and over:

  • to relieve symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water

  • to prevent symptoms, swallow 1 tablet with a glass of water 30 to 60 minutes before eating food or drinking beverages that cause heartburn

  • can be used up to twice daily (do not take more than 2 tablets in 24 hours)

  • children under 12 years: ask a doctor


Other information


  • do not use if printed foil under cap is broken or missing

  • store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F)

  • avoid excessive heat or humidity

  • this product is sugar free


Inactive ingredients


colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, diethyl phthalate, hypromellose, iron oxide red, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, titanium dioxide.



Questions or comments?


1-800-719-9260



Principal Display Panel


Compare to Zantac 75® active ingredient


Ranitidine Tablets, 75 mg


Acid Reducer


Prevents and Relieves


Heartburn Associated with Acid Indigestion & Sour Stomach


One Tablet Dose


Acid Reducer Carton










SUNMARK ACID REDUCER 
ranitidine  tablet










Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGNDC Product Code (Source)49348-733
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    








Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
RANITIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE (RANITIDINE)RANITIDINE75 mg





Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
No Inactive Ingredients Found


















Product Characteristics
ColorPINKScoreno score
ShapeHEXAGON (6 sided)Size8mm
FlavorImprint CodeW;75
Contains      






























Packaging
#NDCPackage DescriptionMultilevel Packaging
149348-733-391 BOTTLE In 1 CARTONcontains a BOTTLE
180 TABLET In 1 BOTTLEThis package is contained within the CARTON (49348-733-39)
249348-733-441 BOTTLE In 1 CARTONcontains a BOTTLE
230 TABLET In 1 BOTTLEThis package is contained within the CARTON (49348-733-44)
349348-733-121 BOTTLE In 1 CARTONcontains a BOTTLE
360 TABLET In 1 BOTTLEThis package is contained within the CARTON (49348-733-12)










Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
ANDAANDA07676007/10/2009


Labeler - McKesson (177667227)
Revised: 07/2009McKesson




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Sunday, August 19, 2012

Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension


Pronunciation: a-seet-a-MIN-oh-fen/dye-fen-HYE-dra-meen/sue-do-eh-FED-rin
Generic Name: Acetaminophen/Diphenhydramine/Pseudoephedrine
Brand Name: Tylenol Children's Plus


Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension is used for:

Relieving symptoms such as pain, sinus congestion, runny nose, and sneezing due to colds, upper respiratory infections, and allergies. It may also used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.


Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension is an analgesic, antihistamine, and decongestant combination. The analgesic works in the brain to help decrease pain. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing. The decongestant works by constricting blood vessels and reducing swelling in the nasal passages, which decreases stuffiness.


Do NOT use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension

  • 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:


Some medical conditions may interact with Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:


  • if you are pregnant, plan 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 asthma; lung problems (eg, chronic bronchitis, emphysema); adrenal gland problems (eg, adrenal gland tumor); heart problems; high blood pressure; diabetes; heart blood vessel problems; stroke; glaucoma; a blockage of your stomach, bladder, or intestines; ulcers; trouble urinating; an enlarged prostate or other prostate problems; seizures; an overactive thyroid; or liver problems; or if you consume more than 3 alcohol-containing drinks per day

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:


  • Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol), COMT inhibitors (eg, tolcapone), furazolidone, indomethacin, isoniazid, MAO inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), sodium oxybate (GHB), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because side effects of Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may be increased

  • Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), digoxin, or droxidopa because risk of bleeding, irregular heartbeat, or heart attack may be increased

  • Bromocriptine or hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because side effects may be increased by Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension

  • Guanadrel, guanethidine, mecamylamine, methyldopa, or reserpine because effectiveness may be decreased by Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:


Use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may be taken with or without food.

  • Shake well before using.

  • Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.

  • If you miss a dose of Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension, 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension.



Important safety information:


  • Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Using Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension without checking with you doctor.

  • Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension contains acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine. Before you begin taking any new prescription or nonprescription medicine, read the ingredients to see if it also contains acetaminophen or pseudoephedrine. If it does or if you are uncertain, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Do NOT exceed the recommended dose or take Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension 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.

  • Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.

  • Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may cause liver damage. If you consume 3 or more alcohol-containing drinks every day, ask your doctor if you should take Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Alcohol use combined with Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may increase your risk for liver damage.

  • If you are scheduled for allergy skin testing, do not take Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension.

  • Use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.

  • Caution is advised when using Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension in CHILDREN because they may be more sensitive to its effects.

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


Possible side effects of Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:


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; mood or mental changes; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; stomach pain; tremor; trouble sleeping; vision changes; yellowing of skin or eyes.



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: Tylenol Children's Plus 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. 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:

Store Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension 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 Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. 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.

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Sebizon Lotion


Pronunciation: sul-fa-SEE-ta-mide
Generic Name: Sulfacetamide
Brand Name: Seb-Prev and Sebizon


Sebizon Lotion is used for:

Treating bacterial infections of the skin, including dandruff. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.


Sebizon Lotion is a sulfonamide. It works by restricting the production of folic acid, which bacteria need for growth. This kills the bacteria.


Do NOT use Sebizon Lotion if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Sebizon Lotion

  • you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, difficulty breathing, dizziness) to any other sulfonamide medicine, such as acetazolamide, celecoxib, certain diuretics (eg, hydrochlorothiazide), glyburide, probenecid, sulfamethoxazole, valdecoxib, or zonisamide

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



Before using Sebizon Lotion:


Some medical conditions may interact with Sebizon Lotion. 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 asthma

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


  • Silver-containing products (eg, silver sulfadiazine) because they may decrease Sebizon Lotion's effectiveness

  • Methenamine because it may increase the risk of Sebizon Lotion's side effects

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Sebizon Lotion 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 Sebizon Lotion:


Use Sebizon Lotion as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.


  • Sebizon Lotion is for use on the skin only.

  • Shake well before each use.

  • Wash your hands before and after using Sebizon Lotion.

  • Apply enough medicine to cover the affected area. Rub in gently.

  • If your skin becomes too dry, apply less medicine to the affected area.

  • To clear up your infection completely, use Sebizon Lotion for the full course of treatment. Keep using it even if you feel better in a few days.

  • Sebizon Lotion works best if it is used at the same time each day.

  • Continue to use Sebizon Lotion even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.

  • If you miss a dose of Sebizon Lotion, use 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 use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Sebizon Lotion.



Important safety information:


  • Avoid getting Sebizon Lotion in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

  • Talk with your doctor before you use any other medicines or cleansers on your skin.

  • Do not apply Sebizon Lotion over large areas of the body or to open wounds or scraped, infected, or burned skin without first checking with your doctor.

  • Contact your doctor right away if stomach pain or cramps, severe diarrhea, or bloody stools occur. Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.

  • Sebizon Lotion only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections.

  • Be sure to use Sebizon Lotion for the full course of treatment. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future.

  • Long-term or repeated use of Sebizon Lotion may cause a second infection. Tell your doctor if signs of a second infection occur. Your medicine may need to be changed to treat this.

  • Some of these products contain sulfites. Sulfites may cause an allergic reaction in some patients (eg, asthma patients). If you have ever had an allergic reaction to sulfites, ask your pharmacist if your product has sulfites in it.

  • Large amounts of Sebizon Lotion may stain skin or white fabrics. This stain may be removed from fabric by ordinary laundering without bleach.

  • Sebizon Lotion should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 12 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.

  • PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Sebizon Lotion while you are pregnant. It is not known if Sebizon Lotion is found in breast milk after topical use. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Sebizon Lotion, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.


Possible side effects of Sebizon Lotion:


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:



Mild irritation.



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); bloody diarrhea; fever; joint pain; red, swollen, or blistered skin; severe diarrhea; severe or persistent irritation; sores in the mouth; stomach cramps/pain.



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: Sebizon 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. Sebizon Lotion may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of ingestion may include change in the amount of urine; nausea; vomiting.


Proper storage of Sebizon Lotion:

Store Sebizon Lotion at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not freeze. Keep Sebizon Lotion out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


  • If you have any questions about Sebizon Lotion, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

  • Sebizon Lotion 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 Sebizon Lotion. 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.

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