Analistic

Tuesday 28 May 2019

Xanax ( Alprazolam ) tablets


Xanax is the brand name of alprazolam, a prescription drug used to treat anxiety disorders.
Xanax is prescribed for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), anxiety associated with depression, and panic disorder.
Other uses include treatment of depression.
Xanax is in a class of drugs called benzodiazepines, and is available in several forms, including tablets, a liquid, disintegrating tablets, and extended-release tablets.
Xanax is made by Pfizer and was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1981. It's also available as a generic drug
The liquid form of the drug, Alprazolam Intensol, is made by West-Ward Pharmaceuticals.
Alprazolam orally disintegrating tablets, Niravam, are made by Jazz Pharmaceuticals.
Xanax XR extended-release tablets are also made by Pfizer; other drug companies make generic alprazolam extended-release tablets, too.

Ultram ( Tramadol ) capsule

Tramadol is the generic name for a prescription pain reliever sold under the brand names Ultram, Conzip, Rybix ODT, and Ultram ER.
Doctors prescribe tramadol to treat moderate to severe pain in adults.
Tramadol comes as a tablet, and as an extended-release tablet or capsule to treat around-the-clock pain.
It's in a class of pain drugs called opiate narcotic analgesics, which work by changing the way your brain responds to pain. It may increase levels of the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and serotonin.
Ultracet is a combination drug, made from tramadol and acetaminophen.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved tramadol in 1995 for the drug company Janssen Pharmaceuticals under the brand name Ultram.
In 2002, the FDA approved a generic version of tramadol, which many companies now manufacture.
A 2014 study suggested that giving tramadol to people before surgery may help ease post-anesthesia shivering - a common complication that develops in people recovering from general anesthesia.

Duloxetine Cymbalta capsule

Cymbalta is the brand name for duloxetine, an antidepressant prescribed to treat the symptoms of depression.
In addition to depression, doctors can prescribe Cymbalta to treat anxiety that lasts for at least six months, pain from diabetic nerve damage, fibromyalgia, and long-term muscle or bone pain.
Cymbalta is in a class of medications called serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs).
It works by increasing the levels of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine, which help regulate mood and may block pain signals traveling through the brain.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved duloxetine in 2004 under the brand name Cymbalta for the Lilly drug company.
In 2013, the FDA announced that it had approved generic versions of duloxetine for several drug companies.
Cymbalta could also help ease pain associated with osteoarthritis, according to a study published in the International Journal of Clinical Practice in 2012.
The researchers noted that use of Cymbalta could result in fewer side effects than the drugs traditionally used for the condition, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, which can lead to gastrointestinal bleeding, and opioids like morphine, which often lead to constipation.
They concluded that doctors may consider adding antidepressants, such as Cymbalta to the treatment regimens for patients with osteoarthritis.

Zolpidem ( Ambien )

Ambien is the brand name for zolpidem, a drug that's used to treat insomnia.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it difficult for you to go to sleep, stay asleep, or both.
Ambien is in a class of drugs called sedative-hypnotics. They work by slowing the activity in your brain, which allows for a state of sleep.
Sanofi-Aventis makes Ambien, which was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1992.
Several companies make generic zolpidem, which became available in 2007.
In addition to Ambien, zolpidem is available as:
  • Edluar, a sublingual tablet (placed under your tongue)
  • Zolpimist, an oral spray
  • Intermezzo, a rapid-acting sublingual tablet
  • Ambien CR, an extended release tablet with one layer to help you go to sleep and another to help you stay asleep

Azithromycin ( Zithromax ) tablets


Azithromycin is the generic name for a prescription drug available as Zithromax, Zmax, and Z-Pak.
The drug is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, such as cat-scratch disease, ear infections, infections of the skin or surrounding tissue, and throat or tonsil infections.
Azithromycin is also used to treat lung and other respiratory infections, such as bronchitis, sinusitis, community acquired pneumonia, some cases of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and whooping cough (pertussis).
Doctors may also prescribe azithromycin for genital infections and sexually transmitted diseases, such as gonorrhea, infections of the urethra or cervix, genital ulcers, and severe pelvic inflammatory disease.
Azithromycin belongs to group of drugs known as macrolide antibiotics. They work by preventing bacteria from making their own proteins.
As with other antibiotics, to prevent the spread of drug-resistant infections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) strongly advises doctors to prescribe the drug only when there is proof, or a strong suspicion, that the infection is caused by bacteria against which azithromycin is effective.
The FDA first approved azithromycin under the brand name Zithromax in 1991. Pfizer Pharmaceuticals manufactures the drug.

Levothyroxine ( Synthroid )





Levothyroxine is a synthetic thyroid hormone used to treat hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone.
The drug is available under the brand names Levothroid, Levoxyl, Levo-T, Synthroid, Tirosint, and Unithroid.
Thyroid hormones affect the metabolism of protein, fats, and carbohydrates. They also affect a person's growth and development.
If untreated, hypothyroidism can lead to poor growth, slow speech, loss of energy, weight gain, hair loss, dry skin, and increased sensitivity to cold temperatures.
Levothyroxine can help reverse these symptoms. The drug can also help treat the congenital form of hypothyroidism, as well as an enlarged thyroid gland (goiter) and thyroid cancer.
Levothyroxine has been available in the United States since the 1950s, but the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) didn't approve it until 2000.

Zocor Simvastatin tablets



What Is Zocor (Simvastatin)

Zocor is the brand name of simvastatin, a prescription drug used to lower blood cholesterol.
Zocor belongs to a class of drugs known as statins, also called HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors.
Statins reduce cholesterol levels in your blood by blocking an enzyme needed to make cholesterol, as well as increasing the number of low-density lipoprotein (LDL or "bad" cholesterol) receptors in the liver, so the liver can process more of the LDL found in your blood.
By lowering cholesterol, statins help to prevent the buildup of plaque in blood vessels, which can lead to atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), heart disease, and stroke.
Statins are used to help prevent heart disease in those who don't have it but are at risk, and in those who have already had some form of cardiovascular disease, such as a stroke or heart attack.
Your doctor will prescribe Zocor along with suggesting a healthy diet, weight loss if you need it, and exercise to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other problems.
Zocor, manufactured by Merck & Co., was approved by the Food and Drug Association (FDA) in 1991. The FDA approved the first generic version of simvastatin in 2006, and now many companies offer the generic version.
Zocor is offered in a tablet form or a disintegrating tablet form.

Vicodin Norco (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen)







What Is Vicodin?

Vicodin is a drug that is commonly used to treat pain. Because it is a strong pain killer, it is commonly prescribed for moderate to severe pain after surgery or for injuries such as broken bones or ligament tears. However, due to its chemical makeup Vicodin is extremely addictive and users frequently become dependent on the drug.
The following is an overview of how Vicodin addiction affects the body of those who abuse it. If you or someone you love is addicted to opiates, it may be helpful to seek treatment at a recovery program.

How Is Vicodin Made?

Vicodin is made from acetaminophen and hydrocodone, with a potency and effect on the body that is similar to another one of the most commonly prescribed opiates morphine. Other drugs that are similar to Vicodin are:

Monday 27 May 2019

Prilosec Zegerid omeprazole tablets


What is omeprazole, and how does it work (mechanism of action)?

Omeprazole is in a class of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPI) that block the production of acid by the stomach. Other drugs in the class include lansoprazole (Prevacid), rabeprazole (Aciphex), pantoprazole (Protonix), and esomeprazole (Nexium). Proton pump inhibitors are used for the treatment of conditions such as ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and the Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, which are all caused by stomach acid. Omeprazole, like other proton-pump inhibitors, blocks the enzyme in the wall of the stomach that produces acid. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this allows the stomach and esophagus to heal. Zegerid contains omeprazole and an antacid (sodium bicarbonate). The FDA approved omeprazole in September 1989.

What brand names are available for omeprazole?

Prilosec, Zegerid, Prilosec OTC, Zegerid OTC

Is omeprazole available as a generic drug?

Yes (Prilosec)

Zofran (ondansetron) tablets



Generic Name: ondansetron hydrochloride dihydrate
Product Name: Zofran Tablets

Indication: What Zofran Tablets are used for

Zofran Tablets are used to help stop nausea (sick feeling) and vomiting which can occur after medical treatments and operations.
Zofran Tablets should only be used to treat nausea and vomiting for which they have been prescribed.
Your doctor may have prescribed Zofran Tablets for another reason. If you want more information, ask your doctor.
Zofran Tablets are not addictive.

Glucophage (metformin) tablets


What is Glucophage?

Glucophage is used to help control blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. It reduces the symptoms that are caused by high blood sugar and, by doing so, prevents damage to the body. If you would like to order Glucophage online, Dokteronline.com’s partner pharmacies will be happy to assist you.

What is Glucophage used for?

Type 2 diabetes is a form of diabetes that develops when the liver and muscles become resistant to insulin. As a result the pancreas needs to produce more insulin than it would normally need to. If the pancreas can no longer produce enough insulin to bring down sugar levels, the body cannot break down the sugars that are in the food that we eat. This causes blood sugar levels to rise and as a consequence the symptoms of diabetes (thirst, dry mouth, increased need to urinate and fatigue) will begin to appear. In the long term, high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and organs. As time goes on, this damage causes serious complications. Glucophage decreases the amount of sugar (glucose) in the blood. It reduces the symptoms of diabetes and so minimises the chance of complications.

Lipitor (atorvastatin) tablets





Instructions for Use:

1. What is LIPITOR and what is it used for? 2. Things to consider before using LIPITOR 3. How to use LIPITOR? 4. What are the possible side effects? 5. LIPITOR storage
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When using
LIPITOR, do not drink more than one or two small cups of grapefruit juice per day. Because drinking large amounts of grapefruit juice can change the effects of LIPITOR.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using the medicine. Do not use LIPITOR if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. If you discover that you are pregnant during your treatment, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Breastfeeding
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using the medicine. Do not use LIPITOR if you are breastfeeding.

Prinivil, Zestril (lisinopril)


How does this medication work? What will it do for me?

Lisinopril belongs to a class of medications called angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors. It is used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. It works by relaxing blood vessels and helping the heart to pump blood that carries oxygen to the different parts of the body more efficiently. It is also used immediately after a heart attack in order to reduce the risk of having another heart attack.
This medication may be available under multiple brand names and/or in several different forms. Any specific brand name of this medication may not be available in all of the forms or approved for all of the conditions discussed here. As well, some forms of this medication may not be used for all of the conditions discussed here.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than those listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.

What form(s) does this medication come in?

NEURONTIN Gabapentin capsule

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

NEURONTIN® is indicated for:
  • Management of postherpetic neuralgia in adults
  • Adjunctive therapy in the treatment of partial onset seizures, with and without secondary generalization, in adults and pediatric patients 3 years and older with epilepsy

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

2.1 Dosage for Postherpetic Neuralgia

In adults with postherpetic neuralgia, NEURONTIN may be initiated on Day 1 as a single 300 mg dose, on Day 2 as 600 mg/day (300 mg two times a day), and on Day 3 as 900 mg/day (300 mg three times a day). The dose can subsequently be titrated up as needed for pain relief to a dose of 1800 mg/day (600 mg three times a day). In clinical studies, efficacy was demonstrated over a range of doses from 1800 mg/day to 3600 mg/day with comparable effects across the dose range; however, in these clinical studies, the additional benefit of using doses greater than 1800 mg/day was not demonstrated.

Sunday 26 May 2019

Amoxil (amoxicillin trihydrate) antibiotic medicine







Proper Use

Take this medicine only 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.
You may take this medicine with or without food.
For patients using the oral liquid:
  • Shake the bottle well before each use. Measure the dose with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. The average household teaspoon may not hold the right amount of liquid.
  • You may mix the oral liquid with a baby formula, milk, fruit juice, water, ginger ale, or another cold drink. Be sure the child drinks all of the mixture immediately.
Keep using this medicine for the full treatment time, even if you feel better after the first few doses. Your infection may not clear up if you stop using the medicine too soon.

Deltasone (Prednisone) tablet



Deltasone helps suppress the overactive immune system and decreases inflammation or swelling. Best taken earlier in the day with food

Deltasone Overview

Deltasone is a prescription medication used to treat many conditions including:
  • low corticosteroid levels (adrenal insufficiency)
  • certain types of arthritis
  • allergic conditions
  • multiple sclerosis
  • lupus and other collagen diseases
  • other diseases affecting the lungs, skin, eyes, kidneys, blood, thyroid, stomach, and intestines

Friday 24 May 2019

Cafergot Ergotamine tartrate + Caffeine Tablets




Migraine and headache:

Indications for Ergotamine tartrate + Caffeine Tablets Cafergot

Migraine, migraine variants, cluster headaches.

Adult:

2 tablets at onset of attack, then 1 tablet every ½ hour if needed; max 6 tabs/attack, 10 tabs/week.

Children:

Not recommended.

Sibelium 5 mg tablets Flunarizine dihydrochloride migraine




USES: This medication is used to prevent migraine headaches. It is effective in reducing the frequency of migraine attacks and to a lesser extent, the severity.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth exactly as prescribed, usually once a day in the evening. It may take 6 to 8 weeks of continued treatment before the maximum effect of this medication is noted.
SIDE EFFECTS: Drowsiness, weight gain, nausea, heartburn, dry mouth or anxiety may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: a skin rash, depression, muscle aches, tremor, difficulty moving, abnormal or uncontrolled movements (especially of the face or mouth). If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Vasoserc Betahistine Hydrochloride tablets


Betahistine (Serc) is a popular medicine that is prescribed to treat a variety of complaints. The main indication for taking Betahistine is to treat patients with Ménière’s disease, however many patients take Betahistine to relieve other symptoms, such as vertigo, dizziness, and tinnitus.
Good evidence to support the use of Betahistine for the treatment of Ménière’s disease is severely lacking despite its common use. About five years ago a scientific study was performed in China to evaluate the potential benefits of Betahistine for tinnitus patients. The results of this study demonstrated a reduction in the loudness of tinnitus when using special hearing tests to assess tinnitus loudness, but when questionnaires were used to assess whether the subjects felt that their tinnitus was quieter, or whether the impact of tinnitus on their life was reduced, no improvements could be satisfactorily demonstrated. The results of this study, to some degree, are interesting, however this type of study has not been replicated in either China, or anywhere else in the rest of the world. Only a summary of this study has been reproduced in English, so I have written to the authors for clarification of the methods used and some more details regarding the study findings, but unfortunately I am still waiting for a reply.

0.4% Nitroglycerin cream anal fissure rectal ointment Rectoderm Anrecta



Rectogerm Ointment is used for the relief and treatment of anal fissure. Adult use only.

Usage

For the relief and treatment of anal fissure as diagnosed by your doctor.

Active Ingredient

Glyceryl Trinitrate (also known as Nitroglycerin, GTN) 0.2%w/w.

Dosage

Apply ointment as directed three times daily, or more frequently on the advice of your medical practitioner. Close the tube tightly, immediately after each use. Consult your doctor if symptoms persist.

Warning

Overuse may result in headaches. Do not use more than directed.

Wednesday 15 May 2019

Daflon 500mg Tablet Hemorrhoid pill Side effect


Daflon 500 Dosage

The Daflon 500 must be taken in the prescribed pattern as advised by the physician. It is recommended to swallow with water and must not be crushed or broken into pieces.
  • The medication may be consumed with food or without food by fixing a definite time and time interval for each dose is specifically advised.
  • If you have skipped the prescription, then the dosage must not be doubled on the next dosing time. You must leave that medication and continue as per the usually prescribed schedule.

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