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glye-koe-PIR-oh-late
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Cuvposa
- Robinul
- Robinul Forte
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet
- Solution
Therapeutic Class: Gastrointestinal Agent
Pharmacologic Class: Antimuscarinic
Uses For glycopyrrolate
Glycopyrrolate is used to treat peptic ulcers in adults. It is also used to treat chronic, severe drooling caused by certain neurologic disorders (e.g., cerebral palsy) in children 3 to 16 years of age. glycopyrrolate is an anticholinergic.
Glycopyrrolate may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
glycopyrrolate is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before Using glycopyrrolate
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 glycopyrrolate, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to glycopyrrolate 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 performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of glycopyrrolate in children 3 to 16 years of age. However, safety and efficacy have not been established in children younger than 3 years of age.
Geriatric
No information is available on whether the risk of glycopyrrolate-induced adverse effects are increased in the elderly; however, it should be used with caution because elderly patients are more likely to have age related liver disease,
Dosage Form: cream
Glytone Skin bleaching Clarifying
Dosage Apply Clarifying Gel nightly to the affected area or as directed by your physician.
Warnings Contains Sodium Bisulfite, a sulfite that may cause serious allergic type reactions (eg hives, itching, wheezing, anaphlyaxis, severe asthma attack) in certain susceptible persons.
Contains Each gram of Clarifying Gel contains 40 mg of Hydroquinone USP in a gel base of Purified Water, Propylene Glycol, Carbomer 940, Sodium Bisulfite, Edetate Disodium, Sorbic Acid, Glycerin.
Distributed by Genesis Pharmaceutical Inc
Parsippany, NJ 07054
Made in USA
18004598663
NDC 64760 202 01
Glytone skin bleaching clarifying gel
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hydroquinone usp 4%
Net wt. 2oz. (56 g)
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Generic Name: griseofulvin (GRIS ee oh FUL vin)
Brand Names: Fulvicin P/G, Fulvicin U/F, Grifulvin V, Gris-PEG
What is Grifulvin V (griseofulvin)?
Griseofulvin is an antifungal antibiotic that fights infections caused by fungus.
Griseofulvin is used to treat infections such as ringworm, athlete's foot, jock itch, and fungal infections of the scalp, fingernails, or toenails.
Griseofulvin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Grifulvin V (griseofulvin)?
You should not use griseofulvin if you are allergic to it, or if you have liver failure, porphyria, or if you are pregnant.Before you take griseofulvin, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, heart disease, lupus, or an allergy to penicillin.
Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Griseofulvin can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of griseofulvin. Take this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antibiotics. Griseofulvin will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking Grifulvin V (griseofulvin)?
You should not use griseofulvin if you are allergic to it, or if you have:-
liver failure;
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porphyria (a genetic enzyme disorder that causes symptoms affecting the skin or nervous system); or
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if you are pregnant.
To make sure you can safely take griseofulvin, tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
Gentamicin sulfate is a water soluble antibiotic of the aminoglycoside group.
Gentamicin Sulfate Ophthalmic Solution is a sterile, aqueous solution buffered with dibasic sodium phosphate and monobasic sodium phosphate to approximately pH 7 (pH range 6.5 - 7.5) for ophthalmic use. Each mL contains gentamicin sulfate, USP (equivalent to 3 mg gentamicin base), sodium chloride and benzalkonium chloride (0.1 mg) as a preservative.
Gentamicin is obtained from cultures of Micromonospora purpurea. It is a mixture of the sulfate salts of gentamicin C1, C2 and C1A. All three components appear to have similar antimicrobial activities. Gentamicin sulfate occurs as a white powder and is soluble in water and insoluble in alcohol. The structure is as follows:
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY:
Microbiology: Gentamicin sulfate is active in vitro against many strains of the following microorganisms:
Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Serratia marcescens.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE:
Garamycin® Ophthalmic Solution is indicated in the topical treatment of ocular bacterial infections, including conjunctivitis, keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis, corneal ulcers, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis, acute meibomianitis, and dacryocystitis caused by susceptible strains of the following microorganisms:
Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Enterobacter aerogenes, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Kle
Dosage Form: cream
Gentamicin Sulfate Cream USP, 0.1%
For Dermatologic Use Only
Not for Ophthalmic Use
Rx Only
Gentamicin Cream Description
Gentamicin Sulfate Cream USP, 0.1% is a wide spectrum antibiotic preparation for topical administration. Each gram of Gentamicin Sulfate Cream USP, 0.1% contains Gentamicin Sulfate USP equivalent to 1 mg of gentamicin base in a cream base of isopropyl myristate, propylene glycol, propylene glycol monostearate, polysorbate 40, purified water, sorbitol solution, and stearic acid, with methylparaben and butylparaben as preservatives.
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY
Gentamicin Sulfate is a wide spectrum antibiotic that provides highly effective topical treatment in primary and secondary bacterial infections of the skin. Gentamicin Sulfate Cream USP, 0.1% may clear infections that have not responded to other topical antibiotic agents. In primary skin infections such as impetigo contagiosa, treatment three or four times daily with Gentamicin Sulfate Cream USP, 0.1% usually clears the lesions promptly. In secondary skin infections, Gentamicin Sulfate Cream USP, 0.1% aids in the treatment of the underlying dermatosis by controlling the infection. Bacteria susceptible to the action of gentamicin sulfate include sensitive strains of Strepto
gan-SYE-kloe-vir
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Vitrasert
Available Dosage Forms:
- Implant
Therapeutic Class: Antiviral
Pharmacologic Class: Viral DNA Polymerase Inhibitor
Chemical Class: Guanosine Nucleoside Analog
Uses For ganciclovir
Ganciclovir is an antiviral medicine that is used in an implant that is inserted into the eye during surgery. The ganciclovir implant is used to treat a serious condition called cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in persons who have acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Ganciclovir will not cure this eye infection, but it may help to keep the symptoms from becoming worse.
After your eye has used up all the medicine in the implant (generally within 5 to 8 months), the implant is removed by surgery and, at the same time, another implant can be inserted.
The surgery, the implant containing ganciclovir, or the medicine itself may cause some serious side effects, including detachment of the retina, formation of a cataract, and eye infections. Before you receive this implant, you and your doctor should talk about the good ganciclovir and surgery will do as well as the risks involved.
ganciclovir is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before Using ganciclovir
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 ganciclovir, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to ganciclovir 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
Brand Name: Tequin
Gatifloxacin is used for:
Treating infections caused by certain bacteria.
Gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive.
Do NOT use Gatifloxacin if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Gatifloxacin or to similar medicines (eg, ciprofloxacin)
- you have low blood potassium or diabetes
- you or a family member have a rare heart condition known as congenital prolongation of the QTc interval
- you are taking certain medicines for heart rhythm disturbances (eg, quinidine, procainamide, amiodarone, sotalol), cisapride, a ketolide antibiotic (eg, telithromycin), a macrolide antibiotic (eg, erythromycin), pimozide, or ziprasidone
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Gatifloxacin:
Some medical conditions may interact with Gatifloxacin. Tell your health care provider 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 problems, including a slow heartbeat, a history of lack of blood supply to your heart, or hardening of the arteries
- if you have a history of lo
Generic Name: tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic (TE tra hye DROZ oh leen)
Brand Names: Altazine, Geneye Extra, Geneyes, Opti-Clear, Optigene 3, Redness Relief, Redness Relief Original, Visine, Visine Maximum Redness Relief, Vision Clear
What is Geneye Extra (tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic)?
Tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic narrows the blood vessels (veins and arteries) in your eyes.
Tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to relieve redness, burning, irritation, and dryness of the eyes caused by wind, sun, and other minor irritants.Tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Geneye Extra (tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic)?
Do not use tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic without medical advice if you have glaucoma. Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses. Tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic before putting your contact lenses in. Do not allow the tip of the dropper to touch any surface, including your eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye. Do not use tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic more often than recommended, or use it for longer than 48 to 72 hours without medical advice. Long-term use of this medication may damage the blood vessels in the eyes. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Geneye Extra (tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic)?
Do not use tetrahydrozoline ophthalmic without medical advice if you have glaucoma.Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this med
Generic Name: guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine (gwye FEN e sin, SOO doe ee FED rin)
Brand Names: Altarussin PE, Ambifed, Ambifed-G, Biotuss PE, Congestac, D-Feda II, Despec-SR, Dynex, Entex PSE, ExeFen, ExeFen-IR, Guiatex II SR, Levall G, Maxifed, Maxifed-G, Medent LD, Medent-LDI, Mucinex D, Mucinex D Max Strength, Nasabid SR, Nasatab LA, Nomuc-PE, Poly-Vent, Poly-Vent IR, Poly-Vent, Jr., Pseudatex, Pseudo GG, Pseudo GG TR, Pseudo Max, Q-Tussin PE, Respaire-120 SR, Respaire-30, Respaire-60 SR, Robitussin PE, Robitussin Severe Congestion, Ru-Tuss Jr., Sinutab Non Drying, Stamoist E, SudaTex-G, Tenar PSE, Touro LA, Touro LA-LD, Triaminic Softchews Chest Congestion, We Mist II LA, We Mist LA
What is Guiatex II SR (guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine)?
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
The combination of guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine is used to treat stuffy nose, sinus congestion, and cough caused by allergies or the common cold.
Guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Guiatex II SR (guaifenesin and pseudoephedrine)?
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Alwayss ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children. Do not use a cough or cold medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) inGeneric Name: coal tar topical (KOL TAR TOP ik al)
Brand Names: Balnetar, Betatar Gel, Coal Tar, Cutar, Denorex, Denorex Dry Scalp, Denorex Extra Strength, Denorex Medicated Shampoo and Conditioner, DHS Tar Shampoo, Doak Tar, Doak Tar Oil, Elta Tar, Fototar, G-TAR, Ionil T, Ionil T Plus, MG 217 Psoriasis, MG217 Medicated Tar, Neutrogena T/Derm, Neutrogena T/Gel, Neutrogena T/Gel Extra Strength, Oxipor VHC, PC Tar, Pentrax, Pentrax Gold, Polytar, Psoriasin, Psorigel, T/Gel Conditioner, Tegrin Medicated, Tegrin Medicated Soap, Therapeutic, Theraplex T, Zetar
What is coal tar?
Coal tar is a by-product of coal processing.
Coal tar topical (for the skin) is used to treat the skin symptoms of psoriasis, including dryness, redness, flaking, scaling, and itching. Coal tar is not a cure for psoriasis, and it will provide only temporary relief of skin symptoms.
Coal tar may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about coal tar?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to coal tar.Before using coal tar, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you are receiving ultraviolet radiation treatment for your psoriasis.
Do not use coal tar to treat the skin of your groin or rectal area.
Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays (sunlamps or tanning beds). Coal tar can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight and sunburn may result. Stop using coal tar and call your doctor at once if you have severe stinging, burning, swelling, or other irritation of the treated skin. Do not use coal tar to treat large skin areas. Do not use coal tar over long periods of time without your doctor's advice.Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse after using coal tar.
Coal tar is not a cure for pso
Class: Glycogenolytic Agents
ATC Class: H04AA01
VA Class: HS503
CAS Number: 16941-32-5
Brands: GlucaGen
Introduction
Antihypoglycemic agent; biosynthetic (recombinant DNA-derived) form of human glucagon hormone prepared using special laboratory strains of nonpathogenic Escherichia coli or Saccharomyces cerevisiae.1 2 a b c
Uses for Glucagon
Hypoglycemia
Emergency treatment of severe hypoglycemia; effective only if liver glycogen available.a b c
Convenient for use in emergency situations when dextrose cannot be administered IV;a however, severe hypoglycemia initially should be treated with IV dextrose, if possible.b
Do not substitute for IV dextrose in emergency situations in which hypoglycemia is suspected but not established.a
Increase in blood glucose concentration produced by glucagon not as great in patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus as in those with type 2 diabetes mellitus; administer supplemental carbohydrate as soon as possible, especially to pediatric patients.a b c
Little or no value for treatment of chronic hypoglycemia or hypoglycemia associated with starvation or adrenal insufficiency.a
Radiographic Examination of GI Tract
Diagnostic aid in radiographic examination of the stomach, duodenum, small intestine, and colon when a hypotonic state would be ad
Generic Name: acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine (a SEET a MIN oh fen, bue TAL bi tal, and KAF een)
Brand Names: Alagesic, Anolor 300, Dolgic LQ, Dolgic Plus, Esgic, Esgic-Plus, Fioricet, Geone, Margesic, Medigesic, Repan, Zebutal
What is Geone (acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine)?
Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and fever reducer.
Butalbital is in a group of drugs called barbiturates. It relaxes muscle contractions involved in a tension headache.
Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It relaxes muscle contractions in blood vessels to improve blood flow.
The combination of acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine is used to treat tension headaches that are caused by muscle contractions.
Acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Geone (acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine)?
Do not use acetaminophen, butalbital, and caffeine if you have used an MAO inhibitor such as furazolidone (Furoxone), isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), rasagiline (Azilect), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), or tranylcypromine (Parnate) in the last 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur, leading to serious side effects. Tell your doctor if you have ever had alcoholic liver disease (cirrhosis) or if you drink more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day. You may not be able to take medicine that contains acetaminophen. Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, allergy, pain, or sleep medication. Acetaminophen (sometimes abbreviated as APAP) is contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much acGeneric Name: gentamicin (Ophthalmic route)
jen-ta-MYE-sin
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Garamycin
- Genoptic
- Genoptic S.O.P.
- Gentacidin
- Gentafair
- Gentak
- Gentasol
- Ocu-Mycin
Available Dosage Forms:
- Solution
- Ointment
Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic
Chemical Class: Aminoglycoside
Uses For Gentak
Gentamicin belongs to the family of medicines called antibiotics. Gentamicin ophthalmic preparations are used to treat infections of the eye.
Gentamicin is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before Using Gentak
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
There is no specific information comparing use of this medicine in babies up to one month of age 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 this medicine in the elderly with use in other age groups.
Pregnancy
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| Al |
Generic Name: human papillomavirus vaccine, quadrivalent (Intramuscular route)
HUE-man pap-ah-LOH-mah-VYE-rus ree-KOM-bi-nant VAX-een kwa-drah-VAY-lent (types 6,11,16,18)
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Gardasil
Available Dosage Forms:
- Suspension
Therapeutic Class: Vaccine
Uses For Gardasil
Human papillomavirus (HPV) recombinant quadrivalent vaccine is an active immunizing agent used to prevent infection caused by human papillomavirus (types 6, 11, 16, and 18). It works by causing your body to produce its own protection (antibodies) against the virus.
HPV infection is usually a sexually transmitted disease (STD) and is easily spread by having sex with an infected person. This vaccine helps prevent anal, cervical, vulvar, or vaginal cancer; genital warts; and abnormal or precancerous diseases of the anus, cervix, vagina, and vulva in girls and women 9 to 26 years of age. This vaccine also helps prevent abnormal or precancerous diseases of the anus, anal cancer, and genital warts in boys and men 9 to 26 years of age. This vaccine will not treat these diseases or protect you against diseases that are caused by other HPV types. The vaccine will also not protect you against other sexually transmitted diseases that are not caused by HPV.
This vaccine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before Using Gardasil
In deciding to use a vaccine, the risks of taking the vaccine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this vaccine, 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
Generic Name: ibuprofen (Oral route)
eye-bue-PROE-fen
NSAIDs may cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, myocardial infarction, and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may be increased in patients with cardiovascular disease or risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Ibuprofen is contraindicated for the treatment of peri-operative pain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. NSAIDs can also cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse events especially in the elderly, including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal .
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Addaprin
- Advil
- A-G Profen
- Bufen
- Genpril
- Haltran
- I-Prin
- Midol
- Motrin
- Nuprin
- Proprinal
- Q-Profen
In Canada
- Actiprofen
- Advil Children's
- Advil Pediatric
- Children's Motrin
- Children's Motrin Berry Flavor
- Children's Motrin Bubble Gum Flavor
- Children's Motrin Grape Flavor
- Equate Children's Ibuprofen - Berry - Dye Free
- Infants' Motrin
- Teddy's Choice Children's Ibuprofen - Berry
- Teddy's Choice Children's Ibuprofen - Bubble Gum
- Teddy's Choice Children's Ibuprofen - Grape
Available Dosage Forms:
- Suspension
- Tablet
- Capsule, Liquid Filled
- Tablet, Chewable
- Capsule
Therapeutic Class: Analgesic
Pharmacologic Class: NSAID
Chemical Class: Propionic Acid (class)
Uses For Genpril
Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat mild to moderate pain, and hel
Generic Name: Imatinib Mesylate
Class: Antineoplastic Agents
VA Class: AN900
Chemical Name: 4 - [(4 - methyl - 1 - piperazinyl)methyl] - N - [4 - methyl - 3 - [[4 - (3 - pyridinyl) - 2 - pyrimidinyl]aminophenyl] - benzamide methanesulfonate salt
CAS Number: 152459-95-5
Introduction
Antineoplastic agent; an inhibitor of Bcr-Abl tyrosine kinase.1
Uses for Gleevec
Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)
First-line treatment of newly diagnosed Philadelphia chromosome-positive (Ph+) CML in adult and pediatric patients who are in the chronic phase of the disease (designated an orphan drug by FDA for this use);1 4 18 follow-up is limited.1
Second-line treatment of Ph+ CML in adults who are in blast crisis, in the accelerated phase, or in the chronic phase of the disease after failure of interferon alfa therapy (designated an orphan drug by FDA for this use).1 4 10
Second-line treatment of pediatric patients with Ph+ chronic phase CML whose disease has recurred after stem cell transplantation or who are resistant to interferon alfa therapy.1
Efficacy in pediatric patients determined based on overall hematologic and/or cytogenetic response rates; actual clinical benefits (e.g., decrease in disease-related symptoms, increase in survival) not adequately studied.1
Generic Name: Galantamine
Brand Name: Razadyne
Galantamine is used for:
Treating mild to moderate dementia (eg, impairment of memory or judgement, abstract thinking, changes in personality) in patients with Alzheimer disease.
Galantamine is a cholinesterase inhibitor. It works by increasing the amount of a certain substance (acetylcholine) in the brain, which may help reduce symptoms of dementia in patients with Alzheimer disease.
Do NOT use Galantamine if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Galantamine
- you have severely decreased liver or kidney function
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Galantamine:
Some medical conditions may interact with Galantamine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, certain heart problems (eg, slow or irregular heartbeat, sick sinus syndrome), stomach or bowel problems (eg, ulcer, blockage), lung or breathing problems
Generic Name: fluoride topical (FLOR ide TOP i kal)
Brand Names: ACT Fluoride Rinse, ACT Kids Fluoride Rinse, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Cinnamon, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Mint, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Spearmint, ACT Restoring Mouthwash Vanilla Mint, Control Rx, Denta 5000 Plus, Dentagel, Ethedent, Fluoridex, Fluoridex Daily Defense, Fluoridex Daily Defense Enhanced Whitening, Fluorigard, Fluorinse, Gel-Kam, Gel-Kam Dental Therapy Pak, Gel-Kam Dentinbloc, Gel-Kam Sensitivity Therapy, NaFrinse Daily/Acidulated, NaFrinse Daily/Neutral, Nafrinse Solution, NaFrinse Weekly, Neutracare Gel, Neutragard, Neutragard Advanced, Neutral Sodium Fluoride Rinse, Omnii Gel, Omnii Gel Just For Kids, Oral B Anti-Cavity, Perfect Choice, Perio Med, Phos-Flur, Prevident, Prevident 500 Plus Boost, PreviDent 5000 Booster, Prevident 5000 Dry Mouth, Prevident 5000 Plus, Prevident 5000 Sensitive, Prevident Dental Rinse, SF, SF 5000 Plus, Stop, Thera-Flur-N
What is Gel-Kam Dental Therapy Pak (fluoride topical)?
Fluoride is a substance that strengthens tooth enamel. This helps to prevent dental cavities.
Fluoride topical is used as a medication to prevent tooth decay in patients that have a low level of fluoride topical in their drinking water. Fluoride topical is also used to prevent tooth decay in patients who undergo radiation of the head and/or neck, which may cause dryness of the mouth and an increased incidence of tooth decay.
Fluoride may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Gel-Kam Dental Therapy Pak (fluoride topical)?
Fluoride topical should not be used if the level of fluoride in the drinking water is greater than 0.7 parts per million (ppm).Before using fluoride topical, tell your dentist and doctor if you are on a low salt or a salt free diet. You may not b
Generic Name: Lactulose
Brand Name: Examples include Enulose and Generlac
Generlac Solution is used for:
Preventing and treating portal-systemic encephalopathy. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Generlac Solution is a colonic acidifier. It works by reducing blood ammonia levels, which reduces the degree of encephalopathy.
Do NOT use Generlac Solution if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Generlac Solution
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Generlac Solution:
Some medical conditions may interact with Generlac Solution. 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 diabetes, appendix problems, rectal bleeding, high blood galactose levels, or an intestinal blockage
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Generlac Solution. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Antacids because they may decrease Generlac Solution's effectiveness
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Generlac Soluti
Generic Name: Follitropin Alfa
Brand Name: Gonal-f
Gonal-f Powder is used for:
Treating infertility in certain patients. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Gonal-f Powder is a human follicle-stimulating hormone. It is used to treat infertility in women by stimulating the ovaries to produce eggs.It is used to treat male infertility by increasing sperm count. Gonal-f Powder is usually given with other medicines.
Do NOT use Gonal-f Powder if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Gonal-f Powder
- you are allergic to sucrose, sodium phosphate, or benzyl alcohol
- you have uncontrolled thyroid or adrenal problems
- you have pituitary tumor or other brain lesion or tumor
- you have hormone-sensitive tumors
- you have primary ovarian failure (eg, your ovaries do not make eggs)
- you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant
- you have cancer in your female organs (eg, ovaries, breast, uterus)
- you have heavy or irregular bleeding from your uterus or vagina
- you have ovarian cysts or enlargement, not due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Gonal-f Powder:
Some medical conditions may interact with Gonal-f Powder. Tell your health care provider if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you: