Itraderm

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Itraconazole

Itraconazole is reported as an ingredient of Itraderm in the following countries:

• Germany


• Switzerland

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Imunomax-gamma

Imunomax-gamma may be available in the countries listed below.

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Interferon gamma

Interferon gamma Interferon gamma-1a (a derivative of Interferon gamma) is reported as an ingredient of Imunomax-gamma in the following countries:

• Japan

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Clozapin dura

Clozapin dura may be available in the countries listed below.

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Clozapine

Clozapine is reported as an ingredient of Clozapin dura in the following countries:

• Germany

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Mercaptyl

Mercaptyl may be available in the countries listed below.

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Penicillamine

Penicillamine is reported as an ingredient of Mercaptyl in the following countries:

• Switzerland

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Cortisporin Ophthalmic

Generic Name: neomycin, polymyxin b, and hydrocortisone (Ophthalmic route)

nee-oh-MYE-sin SUL-fate, pol-ee-MIX-in B SUL-fate, hye-droe-KOR-ti-sone

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Cortisporin

Available Dosage Forms:

• Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Aminoglycoside/Corticosteroid Combination

Pharmacologic Class: Adrenal Glucocorticoid

Chemical Class: Neomycin

Uses For Cortisporin

Neomycin, polymyxin B, and hydrocortisone is a combination antibiotic and cortisone-like medicine. It is used to treat infections of the eye and to help provide relief from redness, irritation, and discomfort of certain eye problems. It is also used to help prevent permanent damage of certain eye problems.

Neomycin, polymyxin B, and hydrocortisone combination is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Cortisporin

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

Studies on this medicine have been done only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use in children with use in other age groups.

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 ophthalmic neomycin, polymyxin B, and hydrocortisone combination in the elderly with use in other age groups.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	C	Animal 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

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 taking this medicine, 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 this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.

• Rotavirus Vaccine, Live

Using this medicine 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.

• Alcuronium


• Aldesleukin


• Atracurium


• Bupropion


• Cidofovir


• Cisatracurium


• Colistimethate Sodium


• Decamethonium


• Doxacurium


• Ethacrynic Acid


• Fazadinium


• Furosemide


• Gallamine


• Hexafluorenium


• Metocurine


• Mivacurium


• Pancuronium


• Pipecuronium


• Quetiapine


• Rapacuronium


• Rocuronium


• Sorafenib


• Tacrolimus


• Tubocurarine


• Vecuronium

Using this medicine 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.

• Alatrofloxacin


• Alcuronium


• Atracurium


• Balofloxacin


• Bumetanide


• Cinoxacin


• Ciprofloxacin


• Cisatracurium


• Clinafloxacin


• Colestipol


• Doxacurium


• Enoxacin


• Fazadinium


• Fleroxacin


• Flumequine


• Gallamine


• Gemifloxacin


• Grepafloxacin


• Hexafluorenium


• Itraconazole


• Levofloxacin


• Licorice


• Lomefloxacin


• Metocurine


• Mivacurium


• Moxifloxacin


• Norfloxacin


• Ofloxacin


• Pancuronium


• Pefloxacin


• Pipecuronium


• Primidone


• Prulifloxacin


• Rapacuronium


• Rifapentine


• Rocuronium


• Rosoxacin


• Rufloxacin


• Saiboku-To


• Sparfloxacin


• Temafloxacin


• Tosufloxacin


• Trovafloxacin Mesylate


• Tubocurarine


• Vecuronium

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:

• Any other eye infection or condition or


• Glaucoma—Use of neomycin, polymyxin B, and hydrocortisone ophthalmic drops may make the condition worse

• Cataract surgery, recent—Use of neomycin, polymyxin B, and hydrocortisone ophthalmic drops may delay healing or cause other problems

Proper Use of Cortisporin

The bottle is only partially full to provide proper drop control.

To use:

• First, wash your hands. Then tilt the head back and pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close the eyes. Do not blink. Keep the eyes closed for 1 or 2 minutes to allow the medicine to come into contact with the infection.


• If you think you did not get the drop of medicine into your eye properly, use another drop.


• 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.

To help clear up your infection completely, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if your symptoms have disappeared. 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 eye infection:
  
  • For ophthalmic suspension dosage forms:
    
    • Adults—One or two drops every three or four hours.
    
    
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
    
    
  
  

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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.

Precautions While Using Cortisporin

If you will be using this medicine for more than 10 days, your doctor should check your eyes at regular visits.

If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

If a rash or allergic reaction develops, you should check with your doctor right away.

You should not let anyone else use your medicine. It could cause infection to spread.

Do not use any leftover medicine for future eye problems without checking with your doctor first. This medicine should not be used on many different kinds of infection.

Cortisporin 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.

Stop taking this medicine and get emergency help immediately if any of the following effects occur:

Rare

• Fainting


• lightheadedness (sudden and severe)


• shortness of breath or trouble breathing (severe)


• swelling around face

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

More common

• Itching, rash, redness, swelling, or other sign of irritation not present before use of this medicine

Rare

• Blurred vision or other change in vision


• delayed healing of eye infection

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

• Burning or stinging when applying 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.

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Medi-Lyte

Pronunciation: e-LECK-troe-lite
Generic Name: Electrolyte
Brand Name: Examples include Medi-Lyte and Temp Tabs

Medi-Lyte is used for:

Decreasing fatigue, muscle cramps, or heat exhaustion due to excessive sweating. The use of Medi-Lyte for these conditions has not been evaluated or approved by the Food and Drug Administration. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Medi-Lyte is an electrolyte combination. It works by replacing electrolytes in the body.

Do NOT use Medi-Lyte if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Medi-Lyte


• you have high blood potassium levels

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

Before using Medi-Lyte:

Some medical conditions may interact with Medi-Lyte. 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 heart disease, high blood pressure, fluid retention (eg, swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet), intestinal holes or punctures, difficulty urinating, kidney problems, or unexplained rectal bleeding


• if you have severe or persistent vomiting or severe diarrhea, or you are dehydrated


• if you have high levels of sodium in the blood


• if you are unable to properly absorb glucose from food

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Medi-Lyte. However, no specific interactions with Medi-Lyte are known at this time.

Ask your health care provider if Medi-Lyte 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 Medi-Lyte:

Use Medi-Lyte as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Medi-Lyte with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL).


• If you miss a dose of Medi-Lyte, 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 Medi-Lyte.

Important safety information:

• If vomiting, fever, or stomach pain or bloating occurs, or if you have diarrhea that continues for longer than 24 hours, check with your doctor.


• Medi-Lyte should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in 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 Medi-Lyte while you are pregnant. It is not known if Medi-Lyte is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Medi-Lyte, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Medi-Lyte:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with this product. 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).

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: Medi-Lyte 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.

Proper storage of Medi-Lyte:

Store Medi-Lyte at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Medi-Lyte out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

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


• Medi-Lyte 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 Medi-Lyte. 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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Fleet Sof-Lax

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Docusate

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