Bronchobos may be available in the countries listed below.
Carbocisteine is reported as an ingredient of Bronchobos in the following countries:
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Glutril may be available in the countries listed below.
Glibornuride is reported as an ingredient of Glutril in the following countries:
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Trimeprazine Tartrate may be available in the countries listed below.
Alimemazine tartrate (a derivative of Alimemazine) is reported as an ingredient of Trimeprazine Tartrate in the following countries:
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Motens may be available in the countries listed below.
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| SPC | Summary of Product Characteristics (UK) |
Definition of Intermittent Claudication: A symptom complex characterised by leg pain and weakness brought on by walking, with the disappearance of the symptoms following a brief rest.
The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Intermittent Claudication. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.
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Nifuroxazide Biogaran Conseil may be available in the countries listed below.
Nifuroxazide is reported as an ingredient of Nifuroxazide Biogaran Conseil in the following countries:
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In the US, Kuric (ketoconazole topical) is a member of the drug class topical antifungals and is used to treat Cutaneous Candidiasis, Dandruff, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris, Tinea Pedis and Tinea Versicolor.
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Sulpirid Belupo may be available in the countries listed below.
Sulpiride is reported as an ingredient of Sulpirid Belupo in the following countries:
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Erdon may be available in the countries listed below.
Diclofenac sodium salt (a derivative of Diclofenac) is reported as an ingredient of Erdon in the following countries:
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Kyypakkaus may be available in the countries listed below.
Hydrocortisone is reported as an ingredient of Kyypakkaus in the following countries:
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Cordalat may be available in the countries listed below.
Nifedipine is reported as an ingredient of Cordalat in the following countries:
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Deteron may be available in the countries listed below.
Risperidone is reported as an ingredient of Deteron in the following countries:
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Pramiracetam Sulfate may be available in the countries listed below.
Pramiracetam Sulfate (USAN) is also known as Pramiracetam (Rec.INN)
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Divator may be available in the countries listed below.
Atorvastatin calcium (a derivative of Atorvastatin) is reported as an ingredient of Divator in the following countries:
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Generic Name: brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine (brom fen EER a meen, dex troe me THOR fan, soo doe e FED rin)
Brand Names: Allanhist PDX Drops, Anaplex DM, Anaplex DMX, Andehist DM NR Syrup, Brom Tann, Bromaline DM, Bromdex D, Bromfed DM, Bromhist PDX, Bromhist-DM Drops, Bromophed-DX, Bromph DM, Bromplex DM, BroveX PSE DM, Dallergy DM, EndaCof-DM, Histacol BD Drops, Myphetane DX Cough, Neo DM, PBM Allergy, Pediahist DM Drops, ProHist DM, Q-Tapp DM, Resperal-DM Drops, Robitussin Allergy & Cough, Sildec DM
Brompheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.
Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).
The combination of brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine is used to treat runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, itching, watery eyes, cough, and sinus congestion caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
Brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medication if you have:
a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines), a colostomy or ileostomy;
diabetes;
liver or kidney disease;
epilepsy or other seizure disorder;
cough with mucus, or cough caused by emphysema or chronic bronchitis;
enlarged prostate or urination problems;
low blood pressure;
pheochromocytoma (an adrenal gland tumor); or
if you take potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos, Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, Urocit-K).
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cough or cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Do not take for longer than 7 days in a row. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache or skin rash.
Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
Since cough or cold medicine is taken when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include severe forms of some of the side effects listed in this medication guide.
Avoid taking this medication if you also take diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications). Taking a stimulant together with a decongestant can increase your risk of unpleasant side effects.
fast, slow, or uneven heart rate;
severe headache, mood changes, hallucinations;
severe dizziness or anxiety, feeling like you might pass out;
tremor, seizure (convulsions);
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
fever;
urinating less than usual or not at all;
feeling short of breath; or
dangerously high blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, buzzing in your ears, anxiety, confusion, chest pain, uneven heartbeats, seizure).
Less serious side effects may include:
mild headache;
mild dizziness, drowsiness;
dry mouth, nose, or throat;
nausea, diarrhea, constipation, upset stomach;
feeling nervous, restless, or irritable;
blurred vision; or
sleep problems (insomnia).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if you regularly use other medicines that make you sleepy (such as narcotic pain medication, sedatives, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by brompheniramine or dextromethorphan.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medication if you are also using any of the following drugs:
atropine (Atreza, Sal-Tropine);
benztropine (Cogentin);
topiramate (Topamax);
zonisamide (Zonegran);
an antidepressant such as citalopram (Celexa), duloxetine (Cymbalta), escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Symbyax), paroxetine (Paxil, Pexeva), sertraline (Zoloft), venlafaxine (Effexor), and others;
anti-nausea medications such as belladonna (Donnatal), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), droperidol (Inapsine), methscopolamine (Pamine), or scopolamine (Transderm Scop);
bladder or urinary medications such as darifenacin (Enablex), flavoxate (Urispas), oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol), solifenacin (Vesicare), tolterodine (Detrol), or Urogesic Blue;
bronchodilators such as ipratropium (Atrovent) or tiotropium (Spiriva);
irritable bowel medications such as dicyclomine (Bentyl), hyoscyamine (Hyomax), or propantheline (Pro Banthine); or
ulcer medicine such as glycopyrrolate (Robinul) or mepenzolate (Cantil).
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with brompheniramine, dextromethorphan, and pseudoephedrine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Tilavist may be available in the countries listed below.
Nedocromil sodium (a derivative of Nedocromil) is reported as an ingredient of Tilavist in the following countries:
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rif-AM-pin
In the U.S.
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Therapeutic Class: Antitubercular
Chemical Class: Rifamycin
Rifampin is used together with other medicines to treat tuberculosis (TB) in many different parts of the body. It is also used by patients who have a meningitis bacteria in their nose or throat to prevent the spread of the bacteria to other patients. Rifampin belongs to the class of medicines called antibiotics and works to kill or prevent the growth of bacteria. However, it will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
rifampin is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Once a medicine has been approved for marketing for a certain use, experience may show that it is also useful for other medical problems. Although these uses are not included in product labeling, rifampin is used in certain patients with the following medical conditions:
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 rifampin, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to rifampin 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.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of rifampin in children.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of rifampin in the elderly.
| 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. |
Studies in women suggest that this medication poses minimal risk to the infant when used during breastfeeding.
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 rifampin, 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 rifampin 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.
Using rifampin 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.
Using rifampin 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.
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.
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of rifampin. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
Take rifampin exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance for side effects.
To help clear up your infection completely, it is very important that you keep using rifampin for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better after a few weeks. If you have TB, you might have to take rifampin every day for several months. It is important that you not miss any doses.
Take the capsule on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, with a full of glass water. If you take rifampin on a regular schedule it will help prevent side effects.
If you or your child use antacids (e.g., Maalox®, Mylanta®), do not take rifampin with the antacids. Take the capsule 1 hour before you use the antacid.
For patients unable to swallow the capsule:
The dose of rifampin 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 rifampin. 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.
If you miss a dose of rifampin, 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.
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.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
The specially prepared liquid form may be kept at room temperature or in a refrigerator for 4 weeks. Do not use the liquid after the expiration date on the label.
It is very important that your doctor check the progress of you or your child at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to take it. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.
You should not use rifampin if you or your child are also receiving atazanavir, darunavir, fosamprenavir, ritonavir, saquinavir, tipranavir, Aptivus®, Fortovase®, Invirase®, Lexiva®, Norvir®, Prezista®, or Reyataz®. These medicines are used to treat human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infections.
Liver problems may occur with rifampin. The risk for liver problems is increased if you drink alcoholic beverages on a regular basis. You should limit the amount of alcoholic beverages you drink while you are receiving rifampin. If you have any concerns about this, talk to your doctor.
Stop using rifampin and check with your doctor right away if you or your child have pain or tenderness in the upper stomach; pale stools; dark urine; loss of appetite; nausea; unusual tiredness or weakness; or yellow eyes or skin. These could be symptoms of a serious liver problem.
Rifampin will cause urine, stool, saliva, sputum, sweat, and tears to turn a reddish-orange to reddish-brown color. This is to be expected while you are using rifampin, and everything will return to normal once you stop using it. This effect may cause soft contact lenses to become permanently discolored, so it is best not to wear soft contact lenses while you are using rifampin. If you or your child have any questions about this, check with your doctor.
Birth control pills may not work properly while you are taking rifampin. To keep from getting pregnant, use another form of birth control together with your birth control pills. Other forms include condoms, diaphragms, or contraceptive foams or jellies.
Before you have any medical tests, tell the doctor in charge that you or your child are taking rifampin. The results of some tests may be affected by rifampin.
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 or vitamin supplements.
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:
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
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:
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: rifampin Oral, Intravenous side effects (in more detail)
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Aloc may be available in the countries listed below.
Allopurinol is reported as an ingredient of Aloc in the following countries:
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Deosan Teat-Ex may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Chlorhexidine digluconate (a derivative of Chlorhexidine) is reported as an ingredient of Deosan Teat-Ex in the following countries:
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Brimonidine EG may be available in the countries listed below.
Brimonidine tartrate (a derivative of Brimonidine) is reported as an ingredient of Brimonidine EG in the following countries:
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Farnerate may be available in the countries listed below.
Prednisolone Farnesylate is reported as an ingredient of Farnerate in the following countries:
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Maxi Cyp may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Cypermethrin is reported as an ingredient of Maxi Cyp in the following countries:
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Algestone Acetonide may be available in the countries listed below.
Algestone Acetonide (BAN, USAN) is also known as Algestone (Rec.INN)
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| BAN | British Approved Name |
| Rec.INN | Recommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization) |
| USAN | United States Adopted Name |
Nulox may be available in the countries listed below.
Meloxicam is reported as an ingredient of Nulox in the following countries:
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Hippiron may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Iron Dextran is reported as an ingredient of Hippiron in the following countries:
Iron Sucrose is reported as an ingredient of Hippiron in the following countries:
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Colistinsulfat may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Colistin sulfate (a derivative of Colistin) is reported as an ingredient of Colistinsulfat in the following countries:
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Generic Name: belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital (bel uh DON uh, er GOT uh meen, and feen oh BAR bit al)
Brand Names: Bel-Phen-Ergot, Bellamine, Bellamor, Bellaphen-S, Bellaspas, Bellergal-S, Duragal-S, Eperbel-S, Spastrin
Belladonna is a naturally occurring mixture that produces many effects in the body. It reduces spasms within the stomach and intestines, the bladder, and the biliary (liver) system. Belladonna also reduces the secretions of many organs, which helps control conditions such as excess stomach acid.
Ergotamine narrows the blood vessels involved in circulation to the head. Ergotamine can also alter blood flow patterns involved in vascular headaches, such as migraines.
Phenobarbital is a barbiturate that reduces brain and nervous system activity.
The combination of belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital is used to treat symptoms of menopause including hot flashes, sweating, increased heart rate, dizziness, restlessness, headache, anxiety, and trouble sleeping.
Belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold medicine, pain medication, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital.
narrow-angle glaucoma;
heart disease;
liver disease;
kidney disease;
porphyria;
a history of circulation problems, stroke, or blood clots;
high blood pressure; or
if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Before using belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital, tell your doctor if you have:
a stomach problem called pyloric obstruction; or
angina (chest pain).
If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use this medication, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.
Take this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not take the medication in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your doctor may need to check your progress on a regular basis. It is important that you not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Avoid using other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold medicine, pain medication, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression or anxiety). They can add to sleepiness caused by belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital.
Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
blurred vision;
dry mouth;
warmth or tingly feeling;
drowsiness; or
changes in behavior (in children).
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:
a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin);
birth control pills;
erythromycin (E-Mycin, Ery-Tab, Erythrocin, E.E.S.); or
troleandomycin (Tao).
If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.
There may be other drugs not listed that can affect belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.
Belladonna, ergotamine, and phenobarbital is available with a prescription under the brand names Bellergal, Bellamine, Bellaspas, Duragal-S, and Spastrin. Other brand or generic forms may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.
See also: Bellamine side effects (in more detail)
Nitrazepam PCH may be available in the countries listed below.
Nitrazepam is reported as an ingredient of Nitrazepam PCH in the following countries:
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Generic Name: hydrocortisone (Topical application route)
hye-droe-KOR-ti-sone
In the U.S.
In Canada
Available Dosage Forms:
Therapeutic Class: Corticosteroid, Weak
Pharmacologic Class: Adrenal Glucocorticoid
Hydrocortisone topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).
This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with your doctor's prescription.
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:
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.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of hydrocortisone topical in the pediatric population. However, because of this medicine's toxicity, it should be used with caution. Children may absorb large amounts through the skin, which can cause serious side effects. If your child is using this medicine, follow your doctor's instructions very carefully.
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of hydrocortisone topical in geriatric patients.
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.
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.
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:
This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain hydrocortisone. It may not be specific to Delacort. Please read with care.
It is very important that you use this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may cause unwanted side effects or skin irritation.
This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes. Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water.
This medicine should only be used for skin conditions that your doctor is treating. Check with your doctor before using it for other conditions, especially if you think that a skin infection may be present. This medicine should not be used to treat certain kinds of skin infections or conditions, such as severe burns.
To use:
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.
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.
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.
It is very important that your doctor check your or your child's progress at regular visits for any unwanted effects that may be caused by this medicine.
If your or your child's symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
Using too much of this medicine or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems. The risk is greater for children and patients who use large amounts for a long time. Talk to your doctor right away if you or your child have more than one of these symptoms while you are using this medicine: blurred vision; dizziness or fainting; a fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat; increased thirst or urination; irritability; or unusual tiredness or weakness.
Stop using this medicine and check with your doctor right away if you or your child have a skin rash, burning, stinging, swelling, or irritation on the skin.
Do not use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated areas.
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:
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:
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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Povin may be available in the countries listed below.
Povidone-Iodine is reported as an ingredient of Povin in the following countries:
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Mepraz may be available in the countries listed below.
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Generic Name: ribavirin (Oral route)
rye-ba-VYE-rin
Ribavirin is not effective for monotherapy treatment of chronic hepatitis C virus infection. The primary toxicity is hemolytic anemia which may result in worsening of cardiac disease and fatal and nonfatal myocardial infarctions. Avoid use in patients with significant or unstable cardiac disease. Significant teratogenic and/or embryocidal effects have been demonstrated in all animal species exposed to ribavirin. Ribavirin is contraindicated in women who are pregnant and in male partners of women who are pregnant. Use 2 reliable forms of contraception and avoid pregnancy during therapy and for 6 months after completion of treatment in both female patients and in female partners of male patients who are taking ribavirin .
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Therapeutic Class: Antiviral
Pharmacologic Class: Viral RNA Polymerase Inhibitor
Chemical Class: Guanosine Nucleoside Analog
Ribavirin is used in combination with injectable interferon alfa-2b, peginterferon alfa-2a, or peginterferon alfa-2b to treat chronic hepatitis C infection. The combination of ribavirin and peginterferon alfa-2b is used to treat adults and children 3 years of age and older who show symptoms of liver damage. Ribavirin is an antiviral agent that treats hepatitis C virus.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
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:
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.
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of ribavirin tablets in children younger than 5 years of age, ribavirin capsules and oral liquid in children younger than 3 years of age. The safety and efficacy of ribavirin tablets, capsules, and oral liquid have not been established in these age groups.
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of ribavirin in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related liver, kidney, or heart problems, which may require an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving ribavirin.
| Pregnancy Category | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|
| All Trimesters | X | Studies 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. |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain ribavirin. It may not be specific to RibaTab. Please read with care.
To help clear up your infection completely, ribavirin must be given for the full time of treatment, even if you or your child begins to feel better after a few days. Also, it is important to keep the amount of medicine in your body at a steady level. To help keep the amount constant, ribavirin must be given on a regular schedule.
You should take this medicine with food.
Swallow the capsule whole. Do not crush, break, or open it.
Measure the oral liquid with a marked measuring cup or spoon. Wash the cup or spoon after each use.
This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Read and follow the information carefully. Ask your doctor if you have any questions. Ask your pharmacist for the Medication Guide if you do not have one.
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.
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.
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.
Store the capsules and tablets in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Store the oral liquid in the refrigerator or at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze.
It is very important that your doctor check the progress of you or your child at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects.
Using this medicine while you are pregnant can harm your unborn baby. The medicine may also cause birth defects if the father is using it when his sexual partner becomes pregnant. If a pregnancy occurs while you are using this medicine, tell your doctor right away.
It is important to tell your doctor if you or your female sexual partner become pregnant. Your doctor may want you to join a pregnancy registry for patients taking this medicine.
A negative pregnancy test is needed in women who are of childbearing age before starting treatment with this medicine. Two forms of birth control must be used together during treatment and for 6 months after treatment ends. You will need to have pregnancy tests done regularly to make sure you are not pregnant while being treated with this medicine and after your treatment ends.
Do not use Copegus® in combination with didanosine (Videx®, Videx® EC). Using these medicines together may cause serious medical problems.
Ribavirin may cause some people to be agitated, irritable, or display other abnormal behaviors. It may also cause some people to have suicidal thoughts and tendencies or to become more depressed. If you, your child, or your caregiver notice any of these side effects, tell your doctor or your child's doctor right away.
Check with your doctor right away if you or your child have back, leg, or stomach pains; bleeding gums; chills; dark urine; difficulty breathing; fever; general body swelling; headache; loss of appetite; nausea or vomiting; nosebleeds; pale skin; sore throat; unusual tiredness or weakness; or yellowing of the eyes or skin. These could be symptoms of a blood disorder called anemia.
This medicine may cause serious types of allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you or your child have itching, hives, hoarseness, trouble with breathing, trouble with swallowing, or any swelling of the hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
Serious skin reactions can occur with this medicine. Check with your doctor right away if you or your child have blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin; fever or chills; hives or welts; red skin lesions; a severe skin rash or acne; or sores or ulcers on the skin while you are using this medicine.
Pancreatitis may occur while you are using this medicine. Stop using this medicine and check with your doctor right away if you or your child have sudden and severe stomach pain, chills, constipation, nausea, vomiting, fever, or lightheadedness.
You or your teenager should not drink alcoholic beverages (including beer, wine, or liquor) while you are taking this medicine.
This medicine may cause some people to become dizzy, drowsy, or less alert than they are normally. Make sure you know how you react to this medicine before you or your teenager drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous if you are not alert.
Check with your doctor if blurred vision, decreased vision, or any other change in vision occurs while you or your child are using this medicine. Your doctor may want you to have your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor).
Peginterferon injection combined with ribavirin can temporarily lower the number of white blood cells in your blood, increasing the chance of getting an infection. It can also lower the number of platelets in the blood, which are necessary for proper blood clotting. If this occurs, there are certain precautions you or your child can take, especially when your blood count is low, to reduce the risk of infection or bleeding:
This medicine may cause teeth and gum problems. This medicine may cause dryness of the mouth, and a dry mouth may damage your teeth and gums if you take the medicine for a long time. To help prevent this condition, carefully brush your teeth at least two times a day and have regular visits with your dentist. For temporary relief of mouth dryness, use sugarless candy or gum, melt bits of ice in your mouth, or use a saliva substitute.
Some patients who have used this medicine have had vomiting. If you vomit during your treatment, rinse your mouth out with water. This may also help prevent damage to your teeth and gums.
Ribavirin used together with injectable peginterferon alfa-2a or peginterferon alfa-2b may affect your child's growth. Your doctor may need to check your child's height and weight during and after treatment with these medicines.
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 or vitamin supplements.
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:
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:
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: RibaTab side effects (in more detail)
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