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Generic Name: Pegaspargase
Class: Antineoplastic Agents
VA Class: AN900
Chemical Name: (Monomethoxypolyethylene glycol succinimidyl)74-l-asparaginase
CAS Number: 130167-69-0

Introduction

Antineoplastic agent; polyethylene-glycol (PEG) conjugated l-asparaginase.1 2 3 5 6

Uses for Oncaspar

Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL)

Component of combination chemotherapy for first-line treatment of ALL.1 7 Used in induction and/or intensification (consolidation) regimens.1 7 22 23 25 26

Component of combination chemotherapy for treatment of ALL in patients who are hypersensitive to asparaginase.1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9

Efficacy and toxicity comparable to that of asparaginase;22 25 preferred by many clinicians to asparaginase because requires less frequent administration.7

In non-high-risk childhood ALL, combination therapy with asparaginase (or pegaspargase), a corticosteroid (dexamethasone or prednisone), and vincristine is used as an induction regimen.7 I

Generic Name: hyoscyamine sulfate
Dosage Form: tablet, extended release
Oscimin SR Tablets

DESCRIPTION

Each sustained-release tablet for oral administration contains:

Hyoscyamine Sulfate, USP …… 0.375 mg

Hyoscyamine sulfate is one of the principal anticholinergic/ antispasmodic components of belladonna alkaloids.

Figure 1: Hyoscyamine Sulfate

(C17H23NO3)2 • H2SO4 • 2H2O     M.W. = 712.85

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Inactive ingredients include: calcium phosphate dibasic, ethylcellulose, Green LKB #LB-620, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate (veg.), microcrystalline cellulose, and stearic acid.

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

Hyoscyamine has actions similar to those of atropine, but is more potent in both its central and peripheral effects.

This product inhibits gastrointestinal propulsive motility and decreases gastric acid secretions. This product controls excessive pharyngeal, tracheal, and bronchial secretion.

Once absorbed, this product disappears rapidly from the blood and is distributed throughout the entire body. The majority of hyoscyamine sulfate is excreted in the urine unchanged within the first 12 hours and only traces of hyoscyamine sulfate are found in the breast milk.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

This product may be used in functional intestinal disorders to reduce symptoms such as those seen in mild dysenteries and diverticulitis. It can also be used to control gastric secretion, visceral spasm and hypermotility in cystitis, pylorospasm an

Pronunciation: ox-ee-KON-uh-zole
Generic Name: Oxiconazole
Brand Name: Oxistat

Oxistat Cream is used for:

Treating fungal infections, such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Oxistat Cream is an antifungal. It works by killing or preventing the growth of the fungus.

Do NOT use Oxistat Cream if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Oxistat Cream
  • you are taking astemizole or terfenadine

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

Before using Oxistat Cream:

Some medical conditions may interact with Oxistat Cream. 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

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

  • Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), H1 antagonists (eg, astemizole, terfenadine), or sulfonylureas (eg, glyburide) because their actions and the risk of their side effects may be increased by Oxistat Cream

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

Generic Name: orphenadrine, aspirin, and caffeine (Oral route)

or-FEN-a-dreen SIT-rate, AS-pir-in, KAF-een

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Norgesic
  • Norgesic Forte
  • Orphenadrine w/A.C.
  • Orphengesic
  • Orphengesic Forte

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Tablet

Therapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally Acting/Salicylate, Aspirin Combination

Pharmacologic Class: Orphenadrine

Chemical Class: Salicylate, Aspirin

Uses For Orphengesic Forte

Orphenadrine and aspirin combination is used to help relax certain muscles in your body and relieve the pain and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, or other injury to your muscles. However, this medicine does not take the place of rest, exercise, or other treatment that your doctor may recommend for your medical problem.

Orphenadrine acts in the central nervous system (CNS) to produce its muscle relaxant effects. Actions in the CNS may also be responsible for some of its side effects. Orphenadrine also has other actions (antimuscarinic) that may be responsible for some of its side effects.

This combination medicine also contains caffeine.

In the U.S., this combination medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Orphengesic Forte

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,

oh-MEP-ra-zole, SOE-dee-um bye-KAR-bo-nate

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Zegerid

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Packet
  • Capsule

Therapeutic Class: Gastric Acid Secretion Inhibitor

Pharmacologic Class: Proton Pump Inhibitor

Uses For omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate

Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate combination is used to treat certain conditions where there is too much acid in the stomach. It is used to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers, erosive esophagitis, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD is a condition where the acid in the stomach washes back up into the esophagus. Sometimes omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate is used in combination with antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin) to treat ulcers associated with infection caused by the H. pylori bacteria (germ).

Omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate combination is used to prevent upper gastrointestinal tract bleeding in seriously ill patients.

Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced by the stomach.

Sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, is an antacid. It works by neutralizing the excess acid in the stomach.

omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate

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 omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to fo


Dosage Form: FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY
Ovaprim® Injectable Solution (Salmon Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone Analog 20 µg/ml + Domperidone 10 mg/ml) For intraperitoneal or intramuscular injection in ornamental finfish broodstock only. Not for use in fish intended for human or animal consumption. Not for use in fish whose offspring may be consumed by humans or food-producing animals. NOT APPROVED BY FDA – Legally marketed as an FDA Indexed Product under MIF 900-001. Extra-label use is prohibited.

Description


Ovaprim® is a liquid peptide preparation that contains an analog of salmon gonadotropin releasing hormone (sGnRHa) and a brain neurotransmitter (dopamine) inhibitor. The sGnRHa in Ovaprim® elicits the release of stored gonadotropins from the pituitary. The dopamine inhibitor (Domperidone) serves to remove other inhibition of GnRH release. Release of stored pituitary gonadotropins may aid spawning by stimulating ovulation and spermiation in sexually mature fish.

Caution

FOR USE IN ORNAMENTAL FINFISH BROODSTOCK ONLY; THIS PRODUCT IS NOT TO BE USED IN
ANIMALS INTENDED FOR USE AS FOOD FOR HUMANS OR OTHER ANIMALS.

Warning

Care should be taken to avoid accidental contact or self-injection. In the event of accidental self-injection, seek medical advice immediately. Use in a well ventilated area. Wear gloves, goggles and suitable protective clothing.  Not for use in humans. Keep out of the reach of children.

INHALATION: May be harmful. If breathing becomes difficult, move to fresh air, and contact a physician.

INGESTION: May be harmful. If the person is conscious, wash out mouth with copious amounts of water. Contact a physician.

EYE CONTACT: May be harmful. In case of contact, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 1

Pronunciation: OX-i-MOR-fone
Generic Name: Oxymorphone
Brand Name: Opana

Oxymorphone is used for:

Treating moderate to severe pain in certain patients.

Oxymorphone is an opioid (narcotic) analgesic. It works by binding to certain receptors in the brain and nervous system to reduce pain.

Do NOT use Oxymorphone if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Oxymorphone or any other codeine- or morphine-related medicine (eg, morphine, codeine, oxycodone)
  • you have difficult or slowed breathing, high levels of carbon dioxide in the blood, or severe asthma, or you are having an asthma attack
  • you are in labor
  • you have moderate to severe liver problems
  • you have severe diarrhea, bowel problems caused by antibiotics or food poisoning, or certain other severe bowel problems (eg, paralytic ileus)
  • you are taking sodium oxybate (GHB) or an agonist/antagonist analgesic (eg, pentazocine)

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

Before using Oxymorphone:

Some medical conditions may interact with Oxymorphone. 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
Pronunciation: PIM-oh-zide
Generic Name: Pimozide
Brand Name: Orap

Orap is used for:

Treating severe muscle tics and speech tics in patients with Tourette syndrome when other medicines have not worked.

Orap is an antipsychotic agent. It works by blocking the action of dopamine, a naturally occurring chemical in the brain.

Do NOT use Orap if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Orap
  • you are treating simple tics or tics other than those associated with Tourette syndrome (eg, tics that may be caused by certain medicines, such as amphetamines, methylphenidate, or pemoline)
  • you have congenital long QT syndrome, low blood potassium or magnesium levels, severe drowsiness, or a history of irregular heartbeat
  • you are taking aprepitant, astemizole, azole antifungals (eg, itraconazole, ketoconazole, voriconazole), cisapride, crizotinib, delavirdine, dronedarone, droperidol, efavirenz, a macrolide antibiotic (eg, azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin), metoclopramide, nefazodone, nilotinib, a protease inhibitor (eg, boceprevir, ritonavir, saquinavir), quinidine, certain quinolone antibiotics (eg, moxifloxacin), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, citalopram, sertraline, paroxetine), a streptogramin (eg, quinupristin), telithromycin, terfenadine, toremifene, vandetanib, zileuton, or any other medicine that may increase the risk of a certain type of irregular heartbeat (prolonged QT interval). Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure if any of your medicines may increase the risk of this type of irregular heartbeat

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

Bef

Generic Name: bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic (BAS i TRAY sin and POL ee MIX in B off THAL mik)
Brand Names: AK-Poly-Bac

What is Ocumycin (bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic)?

Bacitracin and polymyxin B are antibiotics that kill bacteria.

Bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat eye infections caused by bacteria.

Bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Ocumycin (bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to bacitracin or polymyxin B. Do not allow the tip of the ointment tube to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands. If the tip becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye. Do not share the ointment with another person.

Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic will not treat a viral or fungal infection of the eye.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if your infection gets worse while using this medication.

If you use this medication long-term, you may need frequent eye exams to make sure this medication is not causing harmful effects. Do not miss any follow-up visits to your doctor.

Bacitracin and polymyxin B should not be used on a child.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Ocumycin (bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to bacitracin or polymyxin B. FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic is harmful to an unborn b

Generic Name: orphenadrine (Injection route)

or-FEN-a-dreen

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Antiflex
  • Mio-Rel
  • Norflex
  • Orfro
  • Orphenate

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Solution

Therapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally Acting

Pharmacologic Class: Antimuscarinic

Uses For Orphenate

Orphenadrine is used to help relax certain muscles in your body and relieve the stiffness, pain, and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, or other injury to your muscles. However, this medicine does not take the place of rest, exercise or physical therapy, or other treatment that your doctor may recommend for your medical problem .

Orphenadrine acts in the central nervous system (CNS) to produce its muscle relaxant effects .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

Before Using Orphenate

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

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.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of orphenadrine in th

Generic Name: benzocaine (Oral route, Oromucosal route)

BEN-zoe-kane

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Anbesol
  • Babee Teething
  • Benzodent
  • Benz-O-Sthetic
  • Bi-Zets/Benzo-Troches
  • Dentemp's
  • Dent-O-Kain/20
  • Detane
  • Gumsol
  • HAD
  • Hurricaine
  • Hurricane Spray Kit
  • Kank-A Soft Brush
  • Larynex
  • Miradyne-3
  • Mycinette
  • Orabase-B
  • Oracaine
  • Ora film
  • Orajel
  • OraMagic Plus
  • Orasol
  • Red Cross Canker Sore
  • Thorets
  • Trocaine
  • Zetts
  • Zilactin
  • Zilactin-B

In Canada

  • Anbesol Extra Strength
  • Anbesol Liquid
  • Baby Anbesol
  • Baby Orajel
  • Baby Orajel Liquid
  • Maximum Strength Orajel Pm
  • Orajel Extra Strength

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Liquid
  • Gel/Jelly
  • Solution
  • Lozenge/Troche
  • Film
  • Lotion
  • Ointment
  • Powder for Suspension
  • Cream
  • Tablet, Disintegrating
  • Swab
  • Spray
  • Gum
  • Paste

Therapeutic Class: Anesthetic, Local

Chemical Class: Amino Ester

Uses For Orabase-B

Benzocaine lozenges are used to relieve pain and irritation caused by sore throat, sore mouth, or canker sores.

This medicine is available without a prescription; however, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper use and dose for your medical problem.

Before Using Orabase-B

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 yo

Generic Name: progestin contraceptives (Oral route, Parenteral route)

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Aygestin
  • Camila
  • Errin
  • Jolivette
  • Next Choice
  • Nora-BE
  • Nor-QD
  • Ortho Micronor
  • Ovrette
  • Plan B
  • Plan B One-Step
  • Provera

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Tablet

Uses For Ovrette

Progestins are hormones.

The low-dose progestins for contraception are used to prevent pregnancy. Other names for progestin-only oral contraceptives are minipills and progestin-only pills (POPs). Progestins can prevent fertilization by preventing a woman's egg from fully developing.

Also, progestins cause changes at the opening of the uterus, such as thickening of the cervical mucus. This makes it hard for the partner's sperm to reach the egg. The fertilization of the woman's egg with her partner's sperm is less likely to occur while she is taking, receiving, or using a progestin, but it can occur. Even so, the progestins make it harder for the fertilized egg to become attached to the walls of the uterus, making it difficult to become pregnant.

No contraceptive method is 100 percent effective. Studies show that fewer than 1 of each 100 women become pregnant during the first year of use after correctly receiving the injection on time. Fewer than 10 of each 100 women who take progestins correctly by mouth for contraception become pregnant during the first year of use. Methods that do not work as well include condoms, diaphragms, or spermicides. Discuss with your doctor what your options are for birth control.

Progestin contraceptives are available only with your doctor's prescription.

Importance of Diet

Make certain your doctor knows if you are on any special diet, such as a low-sodium or low-sugar diet.

Generic Name: acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine (a SEET a MIN oh fen and SOO doe ee FED rin)
Brand Names: Alka-Seltzer Cold and Sinus, Allerest No Drowsiness, Bayer Select Decongestant, Benadryl Allergy Sinus Headache, Dristan Cold Non-Drowsy, Ornex, Ornex Maximum Strength, Sinarest Sinus, Sine-Off Maximum Strength, Tavist Sinus, Triaminic Softchews Allergy Sinus

What is Ornex (acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine)?

Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.

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

The combination of acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine is used to treat headache, fever, body aches, stuffy nose, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.

Acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Ornex (acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine)?

Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death. Do not take this medication without a doctor's advice if you have ever had alcoholic liver disease (cirrhosis) or if you drink more than 3 alcoholic beverages per day. Do not use this medicine if you have untreated or uncontrolled diseases such as glaucoma, asthma or COPD, high blood pressure, heart disease, coronary artery disease, or overactive thyroid. Avoid drinking alcohol. It may increase your risk of liver damage while taking acetaminophen. Do not use acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine 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 dang

Generic Name: hydrocortisone, neomycin, and polymyxin B otic (HYE droe KOR ti sone, NEE oh MYE sin, POL ee MIX in B)
Brand Names: Cort-Biotic, Cortatrigen, Cortatrigen Modified, Cortisporin Otic, Cortomycin, Oti-Sone, Pediotic

What is Oti-Sone (hydrocortisone, neomycin, and polymyxin B otic)?

Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.

Neomycin and polymyxin B are antibiotics that fight bacteria.

The combination of hydrocortisone, neomycin, and polymyxin B otic (for the ears) is used to treat ear infections caused by bacteria.

This medication will not treat a viral infection such as herpes or shingles.

Hydrocortisone, neomycin, and polymyxin B otic may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Oti-Sone (hydrocortisone, neomycin, and polymyxin B otic)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to hydrocortisone, neomycin, or polymyxin B, or if you have a ruptured ear drum, or an ear infection caused by chickenpox, or herpes infection (simplex or zoster).

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you have herpes (simplex or zoster), chickenpox or small pox, any ear infection that causes blistering, asthma or sulfite allergy, or if you are allergic to an antibiotic similar to neomycin, such as amikacin (Amikin), gentamicin (Garamycin), kanamycin (Kantrex), netilmicin (Netromycin), paromomycin (Humatin, Paromycin), streptomycin, or tobramycin (Nebcin, Tobi).

Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 1 week of using this medication.

Do not use this medication for longer than 10 d
Pronunciation: ox-ee-MOR-fone
Generic Name: Oxymorphone
Brand Name: Numorphan

Oxymorphone Suppositories are used for:

Treating moderate to severe pain. It may be used before surgery to cause sedation and reduce anxiety. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Oxymorphone Suppositories are a narcotic pain reliever. It works by dulling the pain perception center in the brain. It may also affect other body systems (eg, respiratory and circulatory systems) at higher doses.

Do NOT use Oxymorphone Suppositories if:

  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Oxymorphone Suppositories or any other oxymorphone- or morphine-related medicine (eg, codeine)
  • you are taking sodium oxybate (GHB)
  • you have severe bowel motility problems (eg, paralytic ileus) or severe diarrhea associated with antibiotic use (pseudomembranous colitis)
  • you have severely slow or difficult breathing, fluid in the lungs due to chemical irritation, or severe asthma, or you are having an asthma attack

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

Before using Oxymorphone Suppositories:

Some medical conditions may interact with Oxymorphone Suppositories. 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, o

Class: Proton-pump Inhibitors
VA Class: GA900
Chemical Name: 5-Methoxy-2-[[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl]-1H-benzimidazole
Molecular Formula: C17H19N3O3S
CAS Number: 73590-58-6
Brands: Prilosec, Zegerid

Special Alerts:

[Posted 03/02/2011] ISSUE: FDA notified healthcare professionals and the public that prescription proton pump inhibitor (PPI) drugs may cause low serum magnesium levels (hypomagnesemia) if taken for prolonged periods of time (in most cases, longer than one year). Low serum magnesium levels can result in serious adverse events including muscle spasm (tetany), irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias), and convulsions (seizures); however, patients do not always have these symptoms. Treatment of hypomagnesemia generally requires magnesium supplements. In approximately one-quarter of the cases reviewed, magnesium supplementation alone did not improve low serum magnesium levels and the PPI had to be discontinued.

BACKGROUND: PPIs work by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach and are used to treat conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach and small intestine ulcers, and inflammation of the esophagus.

RECOMMENDATION: Healthcare professionals should consider obtaining serum magnesium levels prior to initiation of prescription PPI treatment in patients expected to be on these drugs for long periods of time, as well as patients who take PPIs with medications such as digoxin, diuretics or drugs that may cause hypomagnesemia. For patients taking digoxin, a heart medicine, this is especially

Generic Name: somatropin, e-coli derived (Subcutaneous route, Injection route)

soe-ma-TROE-pin, E-KOH-lye dee-rived

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Accretropin
  • Genotropin
  • Genotropin Miniquick
  • Humatrope
  • Norditropin
  • Norditropin Flexpro
  • Nutropin
  • Nutropin AQ NuSpin 10
  • Nutropin AQ NuSpin 5
  • Nutropin AQ Pen
  • Omnitrope
  • Tev-Tropin

In Canada

  • Nutropin Aq
  • Saizen

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Solution
  • Powder for Solution

Therapeutic Class: Endocrine-Metabolic Agent

Pharmacologic Class: Somatropin

Uses For Omnitrope

Somatropin is a man-made version of human growth hormone. Growth hormone is naturally produced by the pituitary gland and is necessary to stimulate growth in children. Man-made growth hormone may be used in adults or children who have certain conditions that prevent normal growth. These conditions include growth hormone deficiency (inability to produce enough growth hormone), chronic kidney disease, idiopathic short stature (unexplained shortness), Noonan syndrome, Turner syndrome, short stature homeobox-containing gene (SHOX) deficiency, and short stature born small for gestational age (SGA) with no catch-up growth by age 2 to 4 years of age.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using Omnitrope

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 profession

or-FEN-a-dreen

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Norflex

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Tablet
  • Tablet, Extended Release

Therapeutic Class: Skeletal Muscle Relaxant, Centrally Acting

Pharmacologic Class: Antimuscarinic

Uses For orphenadrine

Orphenadrine is used to help relax certain muscles in your body and relieve the stiffness, pain, and discomfort caused by strains, sprains, or other injury to your muscles. One form of orphenadrine is also used to relieve trembling caused by Parkinson's disease. However, orphenadrine does not take the place of rest, exercise or physical therapy, or other treatment that your doctor may recommend for your medical problem.

Orphenadrine acts in the central nervous system (CNS) to produce its muscle relaxant effects. Orphenadrine also has other actions (anticholinergic) that produce its helpful effects in Parkinson's disease. Orphenadrine's CNS and anticholinergic actions may also be responsible for some of its side effects.

orphenadrine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using orphenadrine

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 orphenadrine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to orphenadrine 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 prod

Generic Name: oxaprozin (ox a PROE zin)
Brand Names: Daypro

What is oxaprozin?

Oxaprozin is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Oxaprozin works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Oxaprozin is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by arthritis.

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

What is the most important information I should know about oxaprozin?

This medicine can increase your risk of life-threatening heart or circulation problems, including heart attack or stroke. Do not use this medicine just before or after having heart bypass surgery (also called coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).

Seek emergency medical help if you have symptoms of heart or circulation problems, such as chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, or problems with vision or balance.

This medicine can also increase your risk of serious effects on the stomach or intestines, including bleeding or perforation (forming of a hole). These conditions can be fatal and gastrointestinal effects can occur without warning at any time while you are taking oxaprozin. Older adults may have an even greater risk of these serious gastrointestinal side effects.

Call your doctor at once if you have symptoms of bleeding in your stomach or intestines. This includes black, bloody, or tarry stools, or coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking oxaprozin?

Taking an NSAID can increase your risk of lif

Generic Name: estrogen (Oral route, Parenteral route, Topical application route, Transdermal route)

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

  • Alora
  • Cenestin
  • Climara
  • Divigel
  • Elestrin
  • Emcyt
  • Enjuvia
  • Esclim
  • Estinyl
  • EstroGel
  • Evamist
  • Femtrace
  • Gynodiol
  • Menest
  • Menostar
  • Ogen .625
  • Ogen 1.25
  • Ogen 2.5
  • Premarin
  • Vivelle
  • Vivelle-Dot

In Canada

  • Estraderm
  • Estradot Transdermal
  • Estradot Transdermal Therapeutic System
  • Estradot Transdermal Therapeutic System
  • Estrogel
  • Oesclim
  • Rhoxal-Estradiol Derm 50
  • Rhoxal-Estradiol Derm 75
  • Roxal-Estradiol Derm 100
  • Vivelle 100 Mcg
  • Vivelle 25 Mcg

Available Dosage Forms:

  • Tablet
  • Patch, Extended Release
  • Gel/Jelly
  • Spray
  • Emulsion
  • Tablet, Enteric Coated
  • Capsule

Uses For Ogen 1.25

Estrogens are female hormones. They are produced by the body and are necessary for the normal sexual development of the female and for the regulation of the menstrual cycle during the childbearing years.

The ovaries begin to produce less estrogen after menopause (the change of life). This medicine is prescribed to make up for the lower amount of estrogen. Estrogens help relieve signs of menopause, such as hot flashes and unusual sweating, chills, faintness, or dizziness.

Estrogens are prescribed for several reasons:

  • To provide additional hormone when the body does not produce enough of its own, such as during menopause or when female puberty (development of female sexual organs) does not occur on time. Other conditions include a genital skin condition (vulvar atrophy), inflammation of