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how much penicillin to treat strep throat for adult | penicillin | Dose | The usual dosage recommendations for adults and children 12 years and over are as follows:
Streptococcal Infections
Mild to moderately severe – of the upper respiratory tract and including scarlet fever and erysipelas: 125 to 250 mg (200,000 to 400,000 units) every 6 to 8 hours for 10 days. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=da74ca3c-951d-4569-b13e-d01faad1da12 |
what class is diazepam | diazepam | Information | Diazepam is a benzodiazepine that exerts anxiolytic, sedative, muscle-relaxant, anticonvulsant and amnestic effects. | CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=75c7d502-0178-5ba1-e053-2a91aa0a7d67 |
is estradiol transdermal patch bio-identical estrogen? | estradiol transdermal patch; estrogen | Information | Estradiol transdermal system (twice-weekly) is an estrogen indicated for:
•Treatment of moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms due to menopause ( 1.1)
•Treatment of moderate to severe symptoms of vulvar and vaginal atrophy due to menopause | HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=d28bec8f-762e-4f05-a20d-96a42970d6a7 |
how to reduce bisoprolol | bisoprolol | Stopping/tapering | Cessation of Therapy
If withdrawal of bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide therapy is planned, it should be achieved gradually over a period of about 2 weeks. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=b9ee689a-ea12-435d-b01c-70d45891e62f |
what does prednisone do to the body | prednisone | Action | Prednisone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works to treat patients with low levels of corticosteroids by replacing steroids that are normally produced naturally by the body. It works to treat other conditions by reducing swelling and redness and by changing the way the immune system works. | Why is this medication prescribed? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601102.html |
what does prednisone do to the body | prednisone | Side effects | Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances:
Sodium retention.
Fluid retention.
Congestive heart failure in susceptible patients.
Potassium loss.
Hypokalemic alkalosis.
Hypertension.
Musculoskeletal:
Muscle weakness.
Steroid myopathy.
Loss of muscle mass.
Osteoporosis.
Vertebral compression fractures.
Aseptic necrosis of femoral and humeral heads.
Pathologic fracture of long bones.
Gastrointestinal:
Peptic ulcer with possible perforation and hemorrhage.
Pancreatitis.
Abdominal distention.
Ulcerative esophagitis.
Dermatologic:
Impaired wound healing.
Thin fragile skin.
Petechiae and ecchymoses.
Facial erythema.
Increased sweating.
May suppress reactions to skin tests.
Metabolic:
Negative nitrogen balance due to protein catabolism.
Neurological:
Convulsions
Increased intracranial pressure with papilledema (pseudo-tumor cerebri) usually after treatment.
Vertigo.
Headache.
Endocrine:
Menstrual irregularities.
Development of Cushingoid state.
Suppression of growth in children.
Secondary adrenocortical and pituitary unresponsiveness, particularly in times of stress, as in trauma, surgery or illness.
Decreased carbohydrate tolerance.
Manifestations of latent diabetes mellitus.
Increased requirements for insulin or oral hypoglycemic agents in diabetics.
Ophthalmic:
Posterior subcapsular cataracts.
Increased intraocular pressure.
Glaucoma.
Exophthalmos.
Additional Reactions:
Urticaria and other allergic, anaphylactic or hypersensitivity reactions. | ADVERSE REACTIONS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=e9d6774e-45f6-419f-b388-8dfb4dd34944 |
how to prescribe fluocinonide .05% gel | fluocinonide .05% gel | Usage | Patients using topical corticosteroids should receive the following information and instructions:
1. This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.
2. Patients should be advised not to use this medication for any disorder other than for which it was prescribed.
3. The treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be occlusive unless directed by the physician.
4. Patients should report any signs of local adverse reactions, especially under occlusive dressing.
5. Parents of pediatric patients should be advised not to use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on a child being treated in the diaper area, as these garments may constitute occlusive dressings. | INFORMATION FOR THE PATIENT | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5ec13fa4-f44e-76ce-eae8-0780e86259a5 |
what to do with hydrogen peroxide poisoning | hydrogen peroxide | Overdose | Seek medical help right away. Do NOT make the person throw up unless poison control or a health care provider tells you to do so. If the chemical is on the skin or in the eyes, flush with lots of water for at least 15 minutes.
Before Calling Emergency
Have this information ready:
Person's age, weight, and condition
Name of the product (ingredients and strength, if known)
Time it was swallowed or got into eyes or on skin
Amount swallowed, in eyes, or on skin | Home Care; Before Calling Emergency | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002652.htm |
how does amxacillin clavulanic acid work | amoxicillin clavulanic acid | Action | The combination of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, including infections of the ears, lungs, sinus, skin, and urinary tract. Amoxicillin is in a class of medications called penicillin-like antibiotics. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Clavulanic acid is in a class of medications called beta-lactamase inhibitors. It works by preventing bacteria from destroying amoxicillin. | Why is this medication prescribed? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a685024.html |
what is the action of ezetimibe in my body | ezetimibe | Action | Ezetimibe is in a class of medications called cholesterol-lowering medications. It works by preventing the absorption of cholesterol in the intestine. | Why is this medication prescribed? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a603015.html |
when is the best time of day to take propranolol | propranolol | Usage/time | The extended-release propranolol capsule (brand name: Inderal LA) usually is taken once a day. The extended-release capsule (Innopran XL, Inderal XL) is usually taken at bedtime and should consistently be taken either always with or always without food each time. Immediate-acting propranolol tablets or solution may be taken two, three, or four times a day. Take propranolol at around the same time(s) every day. | How should this medicine be used? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682607.html |
how long are you protected after taking the hep b vaccine | hepatitits B vaccine | Time/effectiveness | Studies indicate that immunologic memory remains intact for at least 30 years among healthy vaccinated individuals who initiated hepatitis B vaccination >6 months of age. The vaccine confers long-term protection against clinical illness and chronic hepatitis B virus infection. Cellular immunity appears to persist even though antibody levels might become low or decline below detectable levels. Among vaccinated cohorts who initiated hepatitis B vaccination at birth, long-term follow-up studies are ongoing to determine the duration of vaccine-induced immunity | How long does protection from hepatitis B vaccine last? | https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/hbv/hbvfaq.htm |
how you use for paracetamol | Acetaminophen | Usage | do not take more than directed (see OVERDOSE WARNING)
adults and children 12 years and over
take 2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last
swallow whole – do not crush, chew, or dissolve
do not take more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
children under 12 years
ask a doctor | DIRECTIONS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=e4cfbe12-d712-4ca6-8400-14eec2eca019 |
how you use for paracetamol | paracetamol | Alternatives | Acetaminophen | Other names | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a681004.html |
problems when stopping metformin, hair loss? | metformin | Stopping/side effects | Metformin is often used to treat type 2 diabetes and may help some women with PCOS symptoms. It is not approved by the FDA to treat PCOS symptoms. Metformin improves insulin's ability to lower your blood sugar and can lower both insulin and androgen levels. After a few months of use, metformin may help restart ovulation, but it usually has little effect on acne and extra hair on the face or body. Recent research shows that metformin may have other positive effects, including lowering body mass and improving cholesterol levels. | What types of medicines treat PCOS? | https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/polycystic-ovary-syndrome |
what is diclofenac sodium topical gel used for | diclofenac sodium topical gel | Indication | Diclofenac topical gel (Voltaren) is used to relieve pain from osteoarthritis (arthritis caused by a breakdown of the lining of the joints) in certain joints such as those of the knees, ankles, feet, elbows, wrists, and hands.
Diclofenac is also available as a 3% gel (Solaraze; generic) that is applied to the skin to treat actinic keratosis (flat, scaly growths on the skin caused by too much sun exposure). | Why is this medication prescribed? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a611002.html |
what is rate for iv infusion cilastatin/imipenem | cilastatin/imipenem | Usage | Recommend that the maximum total daily dosage not exceed 4 g/day.
Administer 500 mg by intravenous infusion over 20 to 30 minutes.
Administer 1,000 mg by intravenous infusion over 40 to 60 minutes. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0a1dd9b9-ada1-4bff-9dcb-18961254e9e8 |
what is a beta blocker | beta blocker | Information | Beta blockers, also known as beta-adrenergic blocking agents, are medications that reduce your blood pressure. Beta blockers work by blocking the effects of the hormone epinephrine, also known as adrenaline.
When you take beta blockers, your heart beats more slowly and with less force, thereby reducing blood pressure. Beta blockers also help blood vessels open up to improve blood flow.
Some beta blockers mainly affect your heart, while others affect both your heart and your blood vessels. Which one is best for you depends on your health and the condition being treated. | Beta blockers | https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-pressure/in-depth/beta-blockers/ART-20044522?p=1 |
marijuana is what schedule drug | marijuana | Information | Cannabis , also known as marijuana, is a plant grown in many parts of the world which produces a resin containing compounds called cannabinoids. Some cannabinoids are psychoactive (acting on the brain and changing mood or consciousness) (see Question 1).
The use of Cannabis for medicinal purposes dates back to ancient times (see Question 3).
By federal law, the possession of Cannabis is illegal in the United States outside of approved research settings. However, a growing number of states, territories, and the District of Columbia have enacted laws to legalize medical marijuana (see Question 1).
In the United States, Cannabis is a controlled substance requiring special licensing for its use (see Question 1 and Question 3). | Cannabis and Cannabinoids (PDQ®)–Patient Version | https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/patient/cannabis-pdq |
what should i do when stopping taking oxycodone | oxycodone | Stopping/tapering | Discontinuation of Oxycodone HCl Tablets
When a patient who has been taking oxycodone HCl tablets regularly and may be physically dependent no longer requires therapy with oxycodone HCl tablets, taper the dose gradually, by 25% to 50% every 2 to 4 days, while monitoring carefully for signs and symptoms of withdrawal. If the patient develops these signs or symptoms, raise the dose to the previous level and taper more slowly, either by increasing the interval between decreases, decreasing the amount of change in dose, or both. Do not abruptly discontinue oxycodone HCl tablets in a physically-dependent patient [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS (5.1), DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE (9.3)]. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=094b64b3-cd32-4de5-afb6-ea00d9caad74&audience=consumer |
how does cocaine i effect the nervous system | cocaine | Side effects | Cocaine is an illegal stimulant drug that affects your central nervous system. Cocaine comes from the coca plant. When used, cocaine causes the brain to release higher than normal amounts of some chemicals. These produce a sense of euphoria, or a "high."
Cocaine intoxication is a condition in which you're not only high from using the drug, but you also have body-wide symptoms that can make you ill and impaired. | Cocaine intoxication | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000946.htm |
are you able to take guaifenesin if you have a heart "transplant?" | guaifenesin | Contraindication | Guaifenesin can be used in transplant recipients but should be used with caution in patients receiving kidney or lung transplants and in patients with renal impairment. Codeine combined with guaifenesin is another option for cough and can be used in most transplant patients although those with reduced renal function should be monitored carefully for adverse events. | Recommendations for the proper use of nonprescription cough suppressants and expectorants in solid-organ transplant recipients. | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21485938 |
how does marijuana get into a persons body | marijuana | Usage | Cannabinoids can be taken by mouth, inhaled, or sprayed under the tongue | Cannabis and Cannabinoids (PDQ®)–Patient Version | https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/patient/cannabis-pdq |
can i took minocycline for acne when i have kidney stone | minocycline | Contraindication | The antianabolic action of the tetracyclines may cause an increase in blood urea nitrogen (BUN). While this is not a problem in those with normal renal function, in patients with significantly impaired function, higher serum levels of tetracycline may lead to azotemia, hyperphosphatemia, and acidosis. Under such conditions, monitoring of creatinine and BUN is recommended, and the total daily dosage should not exceed 200 mg in 24 hours (see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION). If renal impairment exists, even usual oral or parenteral doses may lead to systemic accumulation of the drug and possible liver toxicity. | WARNINGS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=8082a9be-4b03-45ad-9501-28ee7aa573eb&audience=consumer |
what is amlodipine ? | amlodipine | Information | Amlodipine is used alone or in combination with other medications to treat high blood pressure and chest pain (angina). Amlodipine is in a class of medications called calcium channel blockers. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels so the heart does not have to pump as hard. It controls chest pain by increasing the supply of blood to the heart. If taken regularly, amlodipine controls chest pain, but it does not stop chest pain once it starts. Your doctor may prescribe a different medication to take when you have chest pain. | why is this medication prescribed? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a692044.html |
how do antibiotics kill bacteria | antibiotics | Action | Have you ever wondered how antibiotics kill invading bacteria, while leaving human cells alone? Although there are similarities between bacteria and human cells, there are many differences as well. Antibiotics work by affecting things that bacterial cells have but human cells don’t.
For example, human cells do not have cell walls, while many types of bacteria do. The antibiotic penicillin works by keeping a bacterium from building a cell wall. Bacteria and human cells also differ in the structure of their cell membranes and the machinery they use to build proteins or copy DNA. Some antibiotics dissolve the membrane of just bacterial cells. Others affect protein-building or DNA-copying machinery that is specific to bacteria. | Antibiotics Seek Out Bacterial Cells | https://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/microbiome/antibiotics/ |
how is enoxaparin dispensed | enoxaparin | Dose | Enoxaparin Sodium Injection is available in two concentrations:
100 mg/mL Concentration
30 and 40 mg prefilled syringes, and 60, 80, and 100 mg graduated prefilled syringes each contain 10 mg enoxaparin sodium per 0.1 mL Water for Injection.
150 mg/mL Concentration
120 and 150 mg graduated prefilled syringes contain 15 mg enoxaparin sodium per 0.1 mL Water for Injection. | HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3e6bf2b3-9339-4104-bda3-ad86a1949703&audience=consumer |
what is the medication riva-clonazepam | RIVA-CLONAZEPAM (clonazepam) | Information | Clonazepam is used alone or in combination with other medications to control certain types of seizures. It is also used to relieve panic attacks (sudden, unexpected attacks of extreme fear and worry about these attacks). Clonazepam is in a class of medications called benzodiazepines. It works by decreasing abnormal electrical activity in the brain. | Why is this medication prescribed? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682279.html |
when is the best time to take lotensin | lotensin | Usage/time | Benazepril comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once or twice a day with or without food. To help you remember to take benazepril, take it around the same time(s) every day. | How should this medicine be used? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a692011.html |
when is the best time to take lotensin | lotensin | Usage/time | The morning administration is preferable because it more effectively covers the whole 24 hours than an evening dose | Effect of evening versus morning benazepril on 24-hour blood pressure: a comparative study with continuous intraarterial monitoring. | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/8335427 |
what is ciprofloxacin | ciprofloxacin | Information | Ciprofloxacin tablets are synthetic broad spectrum antimicrobial agents for oral administration. | DESCRIPTION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=d54a97d5-3664-4ca5-bffd-8366c7255b73&audience=consumer |
when is it ok to discontinue use of premarin crea m | premarin cream | Stopping/tapering | Use of estrogen-alone, or in combination with a progestin, should be with the lowest effective dose and for the shortest duration consistent with treatment goals and risks for the individual woman. Postmenopausal women should be re-evaluated periodically as clinically appropriate to determine if treatment is still necessary.
2. 1 Treatment of Atrophic Vaginitis and Kraurosis Vulvae
PREMARIN Vaginal Cream is administered intravaginally in a cyclic regimen (daily for 21 days and then off for 7 days).
2. 2 Treatment of Moderate to Severe Dyspareunia, a Symptom of Vulvar and Vaginal Atrophy, due to Menopause
PREMARIN Vaginal Cream (0.5 g) is administered intravaginally in a twice-weekly (for example, Monday and Thursday) continuous regimen or in a cyclic regimen of 21 days of therapy followed by 7 days off of therapy [see DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS (3)].
An increased risk of stroke and DVT has been reported with estrogen-alone therapy. An increased risk of PE, DVT, stroke and MI has been reported with estrogen plus progestin therapy. Should any of these occur or be suspected, estrogen with or without progestin therapy should be discontinued immediately.
Most studies show no significant increased risk associated with use of estrogens for less than 1 year. The greatest risk appears to be associated with prolonged use, with increased risks of 15- to 24-fold for 5 to 10 years or more, and this risk has been shown to persist for at least 8 to 15 years after estrogen therapy is discontinued. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION; WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=96609623-528e-4aba-cabe-7254aed816d5&audience=consumer |
if diclofenac is instilled in the wrong eye what happens | diclofenac | Usage | Instill the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not instill extra eye drops to make up for a missed dose. | What should I do if I forget a dose? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a606003.html |
how other inject cortisone to the knee | cortisone | Information | A steroid injection is a shot of medicine used to relieve a swollen or inflamed area that is often painful. It can be injected into a joint, tendon, or bursa.
Description
Your health care provider inserts a small needle and injects medicine into the painful and inflamed area. Depending on the site, your provider may use an x-ray or ultrasound to see where to place the needle.
For this procedure:
You will lie on a table and the injection area will be cleaned.
A numbing medicine may be applied to the injection site.
You may be given medicine to help you relax.
Steroid injections can be given into a bursa, joint, or tendon. | Steroid injections - tendon, bursa, joint | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007678.htm |
cbd from marijuana to treat what | cbd marijuana | Indication | Cannabis and cannabinoids have been studied in the laboratory and the clinic for relief of pain, nausea and vomiting, anxiety, and loss of appetite (see Question 6 and Question 7).
Cannabis and cannabinoids may have benefits in treating the symptoms of cancer or the side effects of cancer therapies. There is growing interest in treating children for symptoms such as nausea with Cannabis and cannabinoids, although studies are limited (see Question 7).
Two cannabinoids (dronabinol and nabilone) are drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the prevention or treatment of chemotherapy -related nausea and vomiting (see Question 7 and Question 10). | Cannabis and Cannabinoids (PDQ®)–Patient Version | https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/cam/patient/cannabis-pdq |
how long will benzonatate last on the shelf | benzonatate | Storage and disposal | There have been very few studies to attempt to ascertain how long medications are effective after their expiration date having been stored in the unopened original stock pharmacy bottle. The pharmaceutical industry has not sponsored such a study due to the fact the expected results would severely hamper their sales.
SLEP (http://www.ofcaems.org/ds-Stability_Profiles.pdf) is a US military study that evaluated 122 products over several years time for stability. The solid oral drugs (tablets, capsules) were tested over time for potency, impurities, water content, dissolution properties in liquid, and physical appearance by a FDA chemist. The results showed the following were uniformly stable nearly 5 years after the expiration date: Acetaminophen (Tylenol), Amoxicillin sodium tablets, Ampicillin, Benzonatate, Cephalexin (Keflex), Cimetadine (Tagamet), Ciprofloxacin (Cipro), codeine sulfate, doxycycline hyclate, enalapril maleate, erythromycin lactobionate, guaifenesin, mebendazole, naproxen (Alleve), oxacillin, potassium iodide, primaquine phosphate, pyridostigmine, sulfisoxazole, triamterene/hydrochlorothiazide. | EXPIRATION DATE STUDIES | http://painbytes.com/ref/articles/96-drug-expiration-dates |
tretinoin medication treats what disorder | tretinoin | Indication | Tretinoin is used to treat acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL; a type of cancer in which there are too many immature blood cells in the blood and bone marrow) in people who have not been helped by other types of chemotherapy or whose condition has improved but then worsened following treatment with other types of chemotherapy. Tretinoin is used to produce remission (a decrease or disappearance of signs and symptoms of cancer) of APL, but other medications must be used after treatment with tretinoin to prevent the cancer from returning. Tretinoin is in a class of medications called retinoids. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells by causing immature blood cells to develop into normal blood cells. | Why is this medication prescribed? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a608032.html |
why are anticholinergic drugs useful for treating gastrointestinal spasms associated with ibs | anticholinergic drugs | Action | Dicyclomine relieves smooth muscle spasm of the gastrointestinal tract. Animal studies indicate that this action is achieved via a dual mechanism: (1) a specific anticholinergic effect (antimuscarinic) at the acetylcholine-receptor sites; and (2) a direct effect upon smooth muscle (musculotropic.) | CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=baf1bea8-c573-4ef8-8630-7b51a8e53cac&audience=consumer |
what is clotrimazole betamethasone dipropionate cream | CLOTRIMAZOLE AND BETAMETHASONE DIPROPIONATE | Information | What is clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?
Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream is a prescription medication used on the skin (topical) to treat fungal infections of the feet, groin, and body in people 17 years of age and older. Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream is used for fungal infections that are inflamed and have symptoms of redness or itching. | PATIENT INFORMATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a6ac4020-2c67-426a-8289-7e54ce43d0c9&audience=consumer |
what is triamcinolone acetonide used for | triamcinolone acetonide | Indication | Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. | INDICATIONS AND USAGE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5b3bcc75-608d-23fd-91a5-0806d5fe32f5&audience=consumer |
what is benzodiazepines | benzodiazepines | Information | Benzodiazepines (sometimes called "benzos") work to calm or sedate a person, by raising the level of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA in the brain. Common benzodiazepines include diazepam (Valium), alprazolam (Xanax), and clonazepam (Klonopin), among others. | Benzodiazepines and Opioids | https://www.drugabuse.gov/drugs-abuse/opioids/benzodiazepines-opioids |
whats zithromax | zithromax | Information | What is ZITHROMAX?
ZITHROMAX is a macrolide antibiotic prescription medicine used in adults 18 years or older to treat certain infections caused by certain germs called bacteria. These bacterial infections include:
acute worsening of chronic bronchitis
acute sinus infection
community-acquired pneumonia
infected throat or tonsils
skin infections
infections of the urethra or cervix
genital ulcers in men
ZITHROMAX is also used in children to treat:
ear infections
community-acquired pneumonia
infected throat or tonsils | PATIENT INFORMATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=db52b91e-79f7-4cc1-9564-f2eee8e31c45&audience=consumer |
how long does vicodin stay in breast milk | vicodin | Action/time | Following a 10 mg oral dose of hydrocodone administered to five adult male subjects, the mean peak concentration was 23.6 ± 5.2 ng/mL. Maximum serum levels were achieved at 1.3 ± 0.3 hours and the half-life was determined to be 3.8 ± 0.3 hours.
Acetaminophen is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and is distributed throughout most body tissues. A small fraction (10-25%) of acetaminophen is bound to plasma proteins. The plasma half-life is 1.25 to 3 hours. | CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=21ff13de-6633-4dd3-728e-dc21e574ea7b&audience=consumer#GN66756 |
how long can you be on clopidogrel "&" aspirin combined for | clopidogrel & aspirin | Usage/time | The following are key points to remember about the updated guideline on duration of dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD):
The scope of this focused update is limited to addressing recommendations on duration of DAPT (aspirin plus a P2Y12 inhibitor) in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD).
Intensification of antiplatelet therapy, with the addition of a P2Y12 inhibitor to aspirin monotherapy, and prolongation of DAPT, necessitate a fundamental tradeoff between decreasing ischemic risk and increasing bleeding risk. Decisions regarding treatment with and duration of DAPT require a thoughtful assessment of the benefit/risk ratio, integration of study data, and patient preference.
Recommendations in the document apply specifically to duration of P2Y12 inhibitor therapy in patients with CAD treated with DAPT. Aspirin therapy should almost always be continued indefinitely in patients with CAD.
Lower daily doses of aspirin, including in patients treated with DAPT, are associated with lower bleeding complications and comparable ischemic protection compared with higher doses of aspirin. The recommended daily dose of aspirin in patients treated with DAPT is 81 mg (range 75–100 mg).
In patients with stable ischemic heart disease (SIHD) treated with DAPT after drug-eluting stent (DES) implantation, P2Y12 inhibitor therapy with clopidogrel should be given for at least 6 months (Class I). In patients with SIHD treated with DAPT after bare-metal stent (BMS) implantation, P2Y12 inhibitor therapy (clopidogrel) should be given for a minimum of 1 month (Class I).
In patients with SIHD treated with DAPT after BMS or DES implantation who have tolerated DAPT without a bleeding complication and who are not at high bleeding risk (e.g., prior bleeding on DAPT, coagulopathy, oral anticoagulant use), continuation of DAPT with clopidogrel for longer than 1 month in patients treated with BMS or longer than 6 months in patients treated with DES may be reasonable (Class IIb).
In patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) (non-ST elevation [NSTE]-ACS or ST elevation myocardial infarction [STEMI]) treated with DAPT after BMS or DES implantation, P2Y12 inhibitor therapy (clopidogrel, prasugrel, or ticagrelor) should be given for at least 12 months (Class I).
In patients with ACS (NSTE-ACS or STEMI) treated with coronary stent implantation who have tolerated DAPT without a bleeding complication and who are not at high bleeding risk (e.g., prior bleeding on DAPT, coagulopathy, oral anticoagulant use), continuation of DAPT (clopidogrel, prasugrel, or ticagrelor) for longer than 12 months may be reasonable (Class IIb). A new risk score (the “DAPT score”), derived from the Dual Antiplatelet Therapy study, may be useful for decisions about whether to continue (prolong or extend) DAPT in patients treated with coronary stent implantation.
In patients with ACS (NSTE-ACS or STEMI) treated with DAPT after coronary stent implantation and in patients with NSTE-ACS treated with medical therapy alone (without revascularization), it is reasonable to use ticagrelor in preference to clopidogrel for maintenance P2Y12 inhibitor therapy (Class IIa). Among those who are not at high risk for bleeding complications and who do not have a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack, it is reasonable to choose prasugrel over clopidogrel for maintenance P2Y12 inhibitor therapy (Class IIa).
In patients with ACS (NSTE-ACS or STEMI) being treated with DAPT who undergo coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), P2Y12 inhibitor therapy should be resumed after CABG to complete 12 months of DAPT therapy after ACS (Class I).
In patients with STEMI treated with DAPT in conjunction with fibrinolytic therapy, P2Y12 inhibitor therapy (clopidogrel) should be continued for a minimum of 14 days and ideally at least 12 months (Class I).
Elective noncardiac surgery should be delayed 30 days after BMS implantation and optimally 6 months after DES implantation. In patients treated with DAPT after coronary stent implantation who must undergo surgical procedures that mandate the discontinuation of P2Y12 inhibitor therapy, it is recommended that aspirin be continued if possible and the P2Y12 platelet receptor inhibitor be restarted as soon as possible after surgery (Class I). | ACC/AHA Guideline Update on Duration of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy in CAD Patients | https://www.acc.org/latest-in-cardiology/ten-points-to-remember/2016/03/25/14/56/2016-acc-aha-guideline-focused-update-on-duration-of-dapt |
trospium can i stop taking it? | trospium | Stopping/tapering | Angioedema of the face, lips, tongue and/or larynx has been reported with trospium chloride. In one case, angioedema occurred after the first dose of trospium chloride. Angioedema associated with upper airway swelling may be life threatening. If involvement of the tongue, hypopharynx, or larynx occurs, trospium chloride should be promptly discontinued | WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=8b8d434c-daa2-4bf2-bde6-3e59f81bd88b&audience=consumer#section-1 |
how long does chlordiazepoxide stay in "system?" | chlordiazepoxide | Action/time | It takes several hours for peak blood levels to be reached and the half-life of the drug is between 24 and 48 hours. After the drug is discontinued plasma levels decline slowly over a period of several days. | CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=e3ff8641-ae8a-4016-acb1-cb1b7890f5ed&audience=consumer |
how much gravol to kill you | Dimenhydrinate | Overdose | Dimenhydrinate is a type of medicine called an antihistamine.
Dimenhydrinate overdose occurs when someone takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medicine. This can be by accident or on purpose.
This article is for information only. DO NOT use it to treat or manage an actual overdose. If you or someone you are with has an overdose, call your local emergency number (such as 911), or your local poison center can be reached directly by calling the national toll-free Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) from anywhere in the United States.
Poisonous Ingredient
Dimenhydrinate can be harmful in large amounts.
Where Found
Dimenhydrinate is found in some allergy medicines. It is also in some medicines used to treat nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness.
It may be in medicines with these brand names:
Dramamine
Gravol
Marmine
Nico-Vert
Triptone
Dimenhydrinate may also be found in other medicines.
Symptoms
Below are symptoms of a dimenhydrinate overdose in different parts of the body.
BLADDER AND KIDNEYS
Inability to urinate
EYES, EARS, NOSE, MOUTH, AND THROAT
Blurred vision
Dry mouth
Enlarged pupils
Very dry eyes
Ringing in the ears
HEART AND BLOOD VESSELS
Low blood pressure
Rapid heartbeat
NERVOUS SYSTEM
Agitation
Confusion
Seizures
Delirium
Depression
Drowsiness
Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren't there)
Increased sleepiness
Nervousness
Tremor
Unsteadiness
SKIN
Dry, red skin
STOMACH AND INTESTINES
Nausea
Vomiting | Dimenhydrinate overdose | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002634.htm |
what are the side effects and long term consequences of using nicotine | nicotine | Side effects | Nicotine use can have many different effects on the body. It can:
Decrease the appetite -- Fear of weight gain makes some people unwilling to stop smoking.
Boost mood, give people a sense of well-being, and possibly even relieve minor depression.
Increase activity in the intestines.
Create more saliva and phlegm.
Increase the heart rate by around 10 to 20 beats per minute.
Increase blood pressure by 5 to 10 mm Hg.
Possibly cause sweating, nausea, and diarrhea.
Stimulate memory and alertness -- People who use tobacco often depend on it to help them accomplish certain tasks and perform well. | Symptoms | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000953.htm |
what are the side effects and long term consequences of using nicotine | nicotine | Long term consequences | Tobacco and related chemicals can increase your risk of serious health problems such as cancer, lung disease, and heart attack. | Possible Complications | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000953.htm |
how is nicotine taken | nicotine | Information | Nicotine supplements come in many forms:
Gum
Inhalers
Lozenges
Nasal spray
Skin patch
All of these work well if they are used correctly. People are more likely to use the gum and patches correctly than other forms. | Information | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007438.htm |
brinzolamide is brimodine? | brinzolamide/brimodine | Information | SIMBRINZA (brinzolamide/brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic suspension) 1%/0.2% is a fixed combination of a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and an alpha 2 adrenergic receptor agonist indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. | INDICATIONS & USAGE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a49c157e-6310-0011-7b7f-e26fc1820d59&audience=consumer |
what does take drug with food mean? | drug & food | Information | Some medicines need to be taken with or after food. Here are the 6 main reasons for this.
To reduce side effects of nausea or vomiting
It's better to take some medicines that can cause nausea or vomiting after a meal to reduce these side effects. Examples include allopurinol, bromocriptine and madopar.
To reduce side effects of stomach irritation, including indigestion, stomach inflammation or ulcers
Some medicines can irritate the stomach, and taking them with food will reduce this effect. Things such as biscuits or a sandwich, or a glass of milk, are usually enough. Examples include:
aspirin
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as diclofenac and ibuprofen
steroid medication (corticosteroids), such as prednisolone and dexamethasone
To treat problems such as heartburn, reflux or indigestion
Medicines called antacids are taken to prevent heartburn, reflux and indigestion, which usually occur when acid is produced as food enters your stomach. Therefore, these medicines are most effective if taken immediately after, or during, a meal.
To ensure the medicine is not washed away
Preparations such as mouthwashes, liquid nystatin, and miconazole gel for oral thrush or mouth ulcers must be used after meals. This is because eating food washes the medicine away too quickly.
To ensure the medicine is absorbed into the bloodstream properly
Some medications require food in the stomach and gut for the body to absorb them properly, such as the HIV medicines ritonavir, saquinavir and nelfinavir.
To help the body process the meal
Medicines for diabetes, if taken by mouth, should usually be taken around meal times to reduce blood sugar levels after eating and to avoid a very low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia).
Enzyme supplements, which can be used to help people with chronic pancreatitis, should also be taken with food to help the body process the meal. | Why must some medicines be taken with or after food? | https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/medicines/why-must-some-medicines-be-taken-with-or-after-food/ |
what would a normal dose be for valacyclovir | valacyclovir | Dose | Cold Sores (Herpes Labialis): The recommended dosage of valacyclovir tablets for treatment of cold sores is 2 grams twice daily for 1 day taken 12 hours apart. Therapy should be initiated at the earliest symptom of a cold sore (e.g., tingling, itching, or burning).
Genital Herpes:
Initial Episode: The recommended dosage of valacyclovir tablets for treatment of initial genital herpes is 1 gram twice daily for 10 days. Therapy was most effective when administered within 48 hours of the onset of signs and symptoms. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=51f93a1c-90d0-4cbc-90f7-6f1415efd673&audience=consumer |
how many mgs of seroquel does one take for sleep | seroquel | Dose | The recommended initial dose, titration, dose range and maximum SEROQUEL dose for each approved indication is displayed in Table 1. After initial dosing, adjustments can be made upwards or downwards | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0584dda8-bc3c-48fe-1a90-79608f78e8a0&audience=consumer |
what does tasmar contain | tasmar | Ingredient | CTIVE INGREDIENT/ACTIVE MOIETY
Tolcapone (UNII: CIF6334OLY)
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Lactose Monohydrate (UNII: EWQ57Q8I5X)
povidone K30 (UNII: U725QWY32X)
sodium starch glycolate type a potato (UNII: 5856J3G2A2)
talc (UNII: 7SEV7J4R1U)
magnesium stearate (UNII: 70097M6I30)
titanium dioxide (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)
triacetin (UNII: XHX3C3X673)
sodium lauryl sulfate (UNII: 368GB5141J)
ferric oxide yellow (UNII: EX438O2MRT)
ferric oxide red (UNII: 1K09F3G675)
MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)
ANHYDROUS DIBASIC CALCIUM PHOSPHATE (UNII: L11K75P92J)
ETHYLCELLULOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 7Z8S9VYZ4B) | INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a0e47a9d-78e7-4523-983a-aa259f221736&audience=consumer |
what is another drug similar to sulfonylureas | sulfonylureas | Alternatives | Types of Insulin Secretagogues
Insulin-releasing medicines
Sulfonylureas (Generic names): Glimepiride, Glipizide, Glyburide
Meglitinides (Generic names): Repaglinide, Nateglinide | Insulin Secretagogues | https://www.hormone.org/diseases-and-conditions/diabetes/medicines-and-treatment/insulin-secretagogues |
how do botulinum toxin injections treat muscle conditions? | botulinum toxin | Action | Targeted injection of botulinum toxin into muscles with the most tome can help to selectively weaken these muscles to improve range of motion and function. | Treatment | https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Spasticity-Information-Page |
heroin mixed with fentanyl what are the symptoms of an overdose | fentanyl | Overdose | Acute overdose with Fentanyl Citrate Injection can be manifested by respiratory depression, somnolence progressing to stupor or coma, skeletal muscle flaccidity, cold and clammy skin, constricted pupils, and, in some cases, pulmonary edema, bradycardia, hypotension, partial or complete airway obstruction, atypical snoring, and death. | OVERDOSAGE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=ce5db1c2-feb1-4ad2-847a-d02e865bd47e&audience=consumer |
heroin mixed with fentanyl what are the symptoms of an overdose | heroin | Overdose | People use heroin to get high. But if they overdose on it, they get extremely sleepy or may become unconsciousness and stop breathing.
Below are symptoms of a heroin overdose in different parts of the body. | Symptoms | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002861.htm |
heroin mixed with fentanyl what are the symptoms of an overdose | heroin, fentanyl | Interaction | However, most recent cases of fentanyl-related harm, overdose, and death in the U.S. are linked to illegally made fentanyl.2 It is sold through illegal drug markets for its heroin-like effect. It is often mixed with heroin and/or cocaine as a combination product—with or without the user’s knowledge—to increase its euphoric effects. | What is fentanyl? | https://www.cdc.gov/drugoverdose/opioids/fentanyl.html |
is pramipexole addictive? | pramipexole | Side effects | you should know that some people who took medications such as pramipexole to treat Parkinson's disease or restless legs syndrome developed gambling problems, an increased interest in shopping or sex, overeating problems, or other intense urges or behaviors that were compulsive or unusual for them. There is not enough information to tell whether the people developed these problems because they took the medication or for other reasons. Call your doctor if you develop intense urges or have difficulty controlling any of these behaviors. Tell your family members about these risks so that they can call the doctor even if you do not realize that your behavior has become a problem. | What special precautions should I follow? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a697029.html |
can you take amoxicillin with hydrocodone ? | amoxicillin & hydrocodone | Interaction | There are no direct drug interactions between Norco (acetaminophen, hydrocodone), amoxicillin (Amoxil) and Adipex (phentermine). Take the Norco only as needed. This may cause drowsiness, be careful if you must be alert. Take the amoxicillin until finished. | These are the medications I am currently on: Norco, amoxicillin and Adipex. Is it safe to take all of these meds together? | https://www.bjc.org/In-Your-Community/Help-For-Your-Health-Ask-the-BJC-Experts/Answers-from-the-BJC-Experts?QuestionID=317&AFMID=935 |
how long will the cyanocobalamin stay good | cyanocobalamin | Storage and disposal | Store at room temperature between 59-86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product. | Storage | https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health/care/consumer/health-wellness/drugs-and-natural-medicines/drug-encyclopedia/medicine-information/!ut/p/a1/fc5Bb4IwFMDxz-KB4-iDKtbdKmasMJBF4lgvC7paSZCSWiV--wFjhyWb79aXX_95iKMc8bq4lrIwpaqLqn9z7yMDtl4uHQrgsBmwNCTJihAXfIzeUIi4rNRuwO9HY5pHCyz41Bcp6v3toVHaVMJYgHi_YyuUu5gQh_Sc1jtMJOJaHIQW2r7ortI3zkOkbVtbKiUrYe_VqUv88eWozgblv2V3Fb9_OIzgKdx8g_V0QYDF_rPPkgggmI8gpcBIDDMHKPaAeRmO5nHiQDAdAWD2OhSC1IPORlm0XUQYwP0B_wwF1JzIDVfXl8OGlYxOJl95Ii-V/dl5/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/ |
entocort ec how prescribed | entocort ec | Dose | 2.1 Mild to Moderate Active Crohn’s Disease
The recommended adult dosage for the treatment of mild to moderate active Crohn's disease involving the ileum and/or the ascending colon is 9 mg orally taken once daily in the morning for up to 8 weeks. Repeated 8 week courses of ENTOCORT EC can be given for recurring episodes of active disease.
2.2 Maintenance of Clinical Remission of Mild to Moderate Crohn’s Disease
Following an 8 week course(s) of treatment for active disease and once the patient’s symptoms are controlled (CDAI less than 150), ENTOCORT EC 6 mg orally is recommended once daily for maintenance of clinical remission up to 3 months. If symptom control is still maintained at 3 months an attempt to taper to complete cessation is recommended. Continued treatment with ENTOCORT EC 6 mg for more than 3 months has not been shown to provide substantial clinical benefit. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=70532afa-4006-4883-feb2-927faaee8e20&audience=consumer |
celebrex caps 200 mg what is it for | celebrex | Indication | These doses can be given without regard to timing of meals.
2.2 Osteoarthritis
For OA, the dosage is 200 mg per day administered as a single dose or as 100 mg twice daily.
2.3 Rheumatoid Arthritis
For RA, the dosage is 100 to 200 mg twice daily.
2.4 Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis
For JRA, the dosage for pediatric patients (age 2 years and older) is based on weight. For patients ≥10 kg to ≤25 kg the recommended dose is 50 mg twice daily. For patients >25 kg the recommended dose is 100 mg twice daily.
2.5 Ankylosing Spondylitis
For AS, the dosage of CELEBREX is 200 mg daily in single (once per day) or divided (twice per day) doses. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks, a trial of 400 mg daily may be worthwhile. If no effect is observed after 6 weeks on 400 mg daily, a response is not likely and consideration should be given to alternate treatment options.
2.6 Management of Acute Pain and Treatment of Primary Dysmenorrhea
For management of Acute Pain and Treatment of Primary Dysmenorrhea, the dosage is 400 mg initially, followed by an additional 200 mg dose if needed on the first day. On subsequent days, the recommended dose is 200 mg twice daily as needed. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=8d52185d-421f-4e34-8db7-f7676db2a226&audience=consumer |
how ph change with antibiotic | antibiotics | Action | Collins' team had already discovered that antibiotics that kill bacteria do so by triggering oxidative stress in the bacteria. They wondered whether antibiotics caused side effects by triggering oxidative stress in the mitochondria, a bacterium-like organelle that supplies human cells with energy. | New insights into how antibiotics damage human cells suggest novel strategies for making long-term antibiotic use safer | https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/07/130703160623.htm |
what does vicodin look like | vicodin | Appearance | Color: WHITE Score: 2 pieces Shape: OVAL Size: 14mm Imprint Code: VICODIN;HP;10;300 | INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=21ff13de-6633-4dd3-728e-dc21e574ea7b&audience=consumer |
how much is fish oil daily dose | fish oil | Dose | LC omega-3s are present in several dietary supplement formulations, including fish oil, krill oil, cod liver oil, and vegetarian products that contain algal oil. A typical fish oil supplement provides about 1,000 mg fish oil, containing 180 mg EPA and 120 mg DHA, but doses vary widely. Table 1 lists the current AIs for omega-3s in grams per day. | Recommended Intakes | https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Omega3FattyAcids-HealthProfessional/ |
meropenem injection ip what is the rate of injection | meropenem injection | Dose | The recommended dose of Meropenem for Injection, USP is 500 mg given every 8 hours for skin and skin structure infections and 1 gram given every 8 hours for intra-abdominal infections. When treating complicated skin and skin structure infections caused by P. aeruginosa, a dose of 1 gram every 8 hours is recommended.
Meropenem for Injection, USP should be administered by intravenous infusion over approximately 15 minutes to 30 minutes. Doses of 1 gram may also be administered as an intravenous bolus injection (5 mL to 20 mL) over approximately 3 minutes to 5 minutes. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=4e4e2c0c-df54-4229-ab90-fa671ecedd57&audience=consumer |
how does vitamin d help our bodies | vitamin d | Action | Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium. Calcium and phosphate are two minerals that you must have for normal bone formation.
In childhood, your body uses these minerals to produce bones. If you do not get enough calcium, or if your body does not absorb enough calcium from your diet, bone production and bone tissues may suffer.
Vitamin D deficiency can lead to osteoporosis in adults or rickets in children. | Function | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002405.htm |
what is xifaxan used for | xifaxan | Indication | XIFAXAN is indicated for the treatment of travelers’ diarrhea (TD) caused by noninvasive strains of Escherichia coli in adults and pediatric patients 12 years of age and older.
XIFAXAN is indicated for reduction in risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in adults.
XIFAXAN is indicated for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) in adults. | INDICATIONS AND USAGE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=c5e8e2fd-7087-4b78-9181-cc259c0be2f1&audience=consumer |
why synthroid is interfered by calcium | synthroid, calcium | Interaction | Calcium carbonate may form an insoluble chelate with levothyroxine, and ferrous sulfate likely forms a ferric-thyroxine complex. Administer SYNTHROID at least 4 hours apart from these agents. | DRUG INTERACTIONS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1e11ad30-1041-4520-10b0-8f9d30d30fcc&audience=consumer |
what happens when you mix cymbalta with muscle relaxes | cymbalta, muscle relaxants | Interaction | CNS Acting Drugs — Given the primary CNS effects of CYMBALTA, it should be used with caution when it is taken in combination with or substituted for other centrally acting drugs, including those with a similar mechanism of action [see Warnings and Precautions (5.12) and Drug Interactions (7.16)]. | WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=2f7d4d67-10c1-4bf4-a7f2-c185fbad64ba&audience=consumer#s33 |
when to start tamiflu | tamiflu | Usage/time | TAMIFLU is indicated for the treatment of acute, uncomplicated illness due to influenza A and B infection in patients 2 weeks of age and older who have been symptomatic for no more than 48 hours.
1.2 Prophylaxis of Influenza
TAMIFLU is indicated for the prophylaxis of influenza A and B in patients 1 year and older. | INDICATIONS AND USAGE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=ee3c9555-60f2-4f82-a760-11983c86e97b&audience=consumer |
can i take vitamins with rasagiline? | rasagiline, vitamins | Interaction | Results of a special tyramine challenge study indicate that rasagiline is selective for MAO-B at recommended doses and can be used without dietary tyramine restriction. However, certain foods may contain very high amounts (i.e., 150 mg or greater) of tyramine and could potentially cause a hypertensive reaction in individual patients taking rasagiline due to increased sensitivity to tyramine. | DRUG INTERACTIONS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=5dfeec8f-f4f3-4e06-915e-3244467516a6&audience=consumer |
how to take clotrimazole | clotrimazole | Usage | Clotrimazole comes as a cream, lotion, powder, and solution to apply to the skin; lozenges (called troches) to dissolve in the mouth; and vaginal tablets and vaginal cream to be inserted into the vagina. Clotrimazole is usually used five times a day for 14 days for oral thrush, twice a day (in the morning and evening) for 2 to 8 weeks for skin infections, and once a day at bedtime for 3 or 7 days for vaginal infections. Follow the directions on the package or your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use clotrimazole exactly as directed. Do not use more or less of it or use it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
To use the topical cream, lotion, or solution, thoroughly clean the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication in until most of it disappears. Use just enough medication to cover the affected area. You should wash your hands after applying the medication.
The lozenges should be placed in the mouth and dissolved slowly over about 15 to 30 minutes. Do not chew or swallow the lozenges whole. | How should this medicine be used? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682753.html |
how to apply clonidine patch on chest | clonidine | Usage | Apply clonidine patches to clean, dry skin on a hairless area on the upper, outer arm or upper chest. Choose an area where it will not be rubbed by tight clothing. Do not apply patches to skin that has wrinkles or folds or to skin that is cut, scraped, irritated, scarred or recently shaved. You may bathe, swim, or shower while you are wearing a clonidine patch.
If the clonidine patch loosens while wearing it, apply the adhesive cover that comes with the patch. The adhesive cover will help to keep the clonidine patch on until it is time for the patch to be replaced. If the clonidine patch significantly loosens or falls off, replace it with a new one in a different area. Replace the new patch on your next scheduled patch change day. | How should this medicine be used? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a608049.html |
do patients get better medication deposition when using a spacer? | spacer | Information | In some cases, such as for children or older adults, using a spacer or valved holding chamber with an inhaler might make it easier to inhale the full dose. A spacer holds medication in a tube between the inhaler and your mouth after it's released. A valved holding chamber is a specialized spacer with a one-way valve to help regulate the flow of medication.
Releasing the medication into the spacer allows you to inhale more slowly, increasing the amount that reaches your lungs. Spacers and holding chambers require a prescription.
There are inhalers with built-in spacers. Others can be used with a spacer that attaches to the inhaler. | Asthma inhalers: Which one's right for you? | https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/asthma/in-depth/asthma-inhalers/ART-20046382?p=1 |
what color is the clonazepam | clonazepam | Appearance | yellow | INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=acbce0e8-5098-4785-943b-8bdb5ff17fab&audience=consumer |
how 9is cyanocobalamin adminitsered | cyanocobalamin | Usage | Cyanocobalamin comes as a solution (liquid) to be injected into a muscle or just under the skin. It is usually injected by a healthcare provider in an office or clinic. You will probably receive cyanocobalamin injection once a day for the first 6-7 days of your treatment. As your red blood cells return to normal, you will probably receive the medication every other day for 2 weeks, and then every 3-4 days for 2-3 weeks. After your anemia has been treated, you will probably receive the medication once a month to prevent your symptoms from coming back. | How should this medicine be used? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a605007.html |
how to stop pregabalin lyrica | pregabalin | Stopping/tapering | When discontinuing LYRICA, taper gradually over a minimum of 1 week. | DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=54e6d137-a495-4b87-b3c2-2f5a0226dd3e&audience=consumer |
i need to know how to use this medication ultibro | ultibro | Usage | The way to take this medicine: Inhalation
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Moisture
Lifetime is 24 Months. | How to take it | https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/brand/amt,672621000168107/ultibro-breezhaler-110-50 |
howmuch aspirin in butalbital | butalbital | Ingredient | Butalbital 50 mg; Aspirin 325 mg; Caffeine 40 mg | INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=ce47777f-8cf7-4f53-b48f-165b83516896&audience=consumer |
shingles vaccine how often | shingles vaccine | Usage/time | The recommended schedule for live shingles vaccine is a single dose for adults 60 years of age and older. | Information | https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007609.htm |
show me omeprazole | omeprazole | Appearance | Color: BROWN; Shape: OVAL; Size: 12mm; Imprint Code: 20 | INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=78507fde-256c-42e9-af3f-bb53024e5b10&audience=consumer |
what is u02 medicine | u02 | Appearance | imipramine pamoate, Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Acetaminophen | Imprint | https://pillbox.nlm.nih.gov/results.html?medicine_name=&imprint=+u02&imprint=+u02&shape=&color=&inactive_ingredients=&repackaged=false&page=1&items_per_page=20 |
what does magnesium do to your body | magnesium | Action | Magnesium is a nutrient that the body needs to stay healthy. Magnesium is important for many processes in the body, including regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure and making protein, bone, and DNA. | What is magnesium and what does it do? | https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-Consumer/ |
shingles sq (zostavax) i have to take again ? | zostavax | Usage/time | Zostavax is approved by the Food and Drug Administration for people aged 50 years and older. However, CDC does not have a recommendation for routine use of Zostavax in people 50 through 59 years old. Protection from this shingles vaccine lasts about 5 years, so adults vaccinated before they are 60 years old might not be protected later in life when the risk for shingles and its complications are greatest. Adults 50 through 59 years who have questions about shingles vaccine should discuss the risks and benefits with a healthcare provider. | Who Should Get Shingles Vaccine? | https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/shingles/public/zostavax/index.html |
what size bottle does latanoprost ophthalmic come in | latanoprost ophthalmic | Storage and disposal | Latanoprost ophthalmic solution is a sterile, clear, isotonic, buffered, preserved, colorless solution of latanoprost 0.005% (50 mcg/mL). It is supplied as a 2.5 mL solution in a 6 mL natural low density polyethylene bottle with a natural low density polyethylene dropper tip and a turquoise polyethylene screw cap. | HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f44d3f09-fa2d-4f01-831d-71a15bde5e29&audience=consumer |
how is bcg vaccine stored | bsg vaccine | Storage and disposal | The intact vials of BCG VACCINE should be stored refrigerated at 2-8°C (36-46°F).
This agent contains live bacteria and should be protected from direct sunlight. The product should not be used after the expiration date printed on the label. | HOW SUPPLIED | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a83f0b99-9038-4c5a-aaac-8792b32838fe&audience=consumer |
what is shingrix (rzv) recombinant vaccine | shingrix | Information | CDC recommends that healthy adults 50 years and older get two doses of the shingles vaccine called Shingrix (recombinant zoster vaccine), separated by 2 to 6 months, to prevent shingles and the complications from the disease. Your doctor or pharmacist can give you Shingrix as a shot in your upper arm.
Shingrix provides strong protection against shingles and PHN. Two doses of Shingrix is more than 90% effective at preventing shingles and PHN. Protection stays above 85% for at least the first four years after you get vaccinated. Shingrix is the preferred vaccine, over Zostavax® (zoster vaccine live), a shingles vaccine in use since 2006. | What Everyone Should Know about Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix) | https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/shingles/public/shingrix/index.html |
what is the max dose of oral iron supplement for senior citizen | iron supplement | Dose | Table 1 lists the current iron RDAs for nonvegetarians. The RDAs for vegetarians are 1.8 times higher than for people who eat meat. This is because heme iron from meat is more bioavailable than nonheme iron from plant-based foods, and meat, poultry, and seafood increase the absorption of nonheme iron [5].
For infants from birth to 6 months, the FNB established an AI for iron that is equivalent to the mean intake of iron in healthy, breastfed infants.
Table 1: Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) for Iron [5]
Age Male Female Pregnancy Lactation
Birth to 6 months 0.27 mg* 0.27 mg*
7–12 months 11 mg 11 mg
1–3 years 7 mg 7 mg
4–8 years 10 mg 10 mg
9–13 years 8 mg 8 mg
14–18 years 11 mg 15 mg 27 mg 10 mg
19–50 years 8 mg 18 mg 27 mg 9 mg
51+ years 8 mg 8 mg | Recommended Intakes | https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Iron-HealthProfessional/ |
what is a normal dosage of klonopin | klonopin | Dose | Seizure Disorders
The use of multiple anticonvulsants may result in an increase of CNS depressant adverse effects. This should be considered before adding Klonopin to an existing anticonvulsant regimen.
Adults
The initial dose for adults with seizure disorders should not exceed 1.5 mg/day divided into three doses. Dosage may be increased in increments of 0.5 to 1 mg every 3 days until seizures are adequately controlled or until side effects preclude any further increase. Maintenance dosage must be individualized for each patient depending upon response. Maximum recommended daily dose is 20 mg. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=542f22e8-dad2-47a8-93b6-30936715d73b&audience=consumer |
how often can a prescription of fentanyl be called in | fentanyl | Usage | Fentanyl comes as four different transmucosal products and several other types of products. The medication in each product is absorbed differently by the body, so one product cannot be substituted for any other fentanyl product. If you are switching from one product to another, your doctor will prescribe a dose that is best for you.
A program has been set up for each fentanyl product to decrease the risk of using the medication. Your doctor will need to enroll in the program in order to prescribe fentanyl and you will need to have your prescription filled at a pharmacy that is enrolled in the program. As part of the program, your doctor will talk with you about the risks and benefits of using fentanyl and about how to safely use, store, and dispose of the medication. After you talk with your doctor, you will sign a form acknowledging that you understand the risks of using fentanyl and that you will follow your doctor's instructions to use the medication safely. Your doctor will give you more information about the program and how to get your medication and will answer any questions you have about the program and your treatment with fentanyl. | IMPORTANT WARNING: | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a605043.html |
how long does stomach take to empty for fosamax | fosamax | Action/time | Absorption
Relative to an intravenous reference dose, the mean oral bioavailability of alendronate in women was 0.64% for doses ranging from 5 to 70 mg when administered after an overnight fast and two hours before a standardized breakfast. Oral bioavailability of the 10 mg tablet in men (0.59%) was similar to that in women when administered after an overnight fast and 2 hours before breakfast.
FOSAMAX 70 mg oral solution and FOSAMAX 70 mg tablet are equally bioavailable.
A study examining the effect of timing of a meal on the bioavailability of alendronate was performed in 49 postmenopausal women. Bioavailability was decreased (by approximately 40%) when 10 mg alendronate was administered either 0.5 or 1 hour before a standardized breakfast, when compared to dosing 2 hours before eating. In studies of treatment and prevention of osteoporosis, alendronate was effective when administered at least 30 minutes before breakfast.
Bioavailability was negligible whether alendronate was administered with or up to two hours after a standardized breakfast. Concomitant administration of alendronate with coffee or orange juice reduced bioavailability by approximately 60%. | CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f2dcfb39-a7c2-4e39-9e35-852a3a74f947&audience=consumer |
how should i dilute ceftriaxone "infection?" | ceftriaxone | Usage | Ceftriaxone has been shown to be compatible with Flagyl®*IV (metronidazole hydrochloride). The concentration should not exceed 5 to 7.5 mg/mL metronidazole hydrochloride with ceftriaxone 10 mg/mL as an admixture. The admixture is stable for 24 hours at room temperature only in 0.9% sodium chloride injection or 5% dextrose in water (D5W). No compatibility studies have been conducted with the Flagyl®*IV RTU® or using other diluents. Metronidazole at concentrations greater than 8 mg/mL will precipitate. Do not refrigerate the admixture as precipitation will occur. | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=f5d7ae2f-5485-42e2-af2b-bd7f06df85d7&audience=consumer#i4i_section_id_0d95e1fa-f68f-48cc-b0b9-af3305208dd3 |
fluoxetine what mgs are available | fluoxetine | Dose | 20 mg, Capsule is a Dark blue opaque cap and Light blue opaque body, imprinted with “20” on the cap and “A106” on the body.
40 mg, Capsule is a Light blue opaque cap and Light blue opaque body, imprinted with “40” on the cap and “A107” on the body. | DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=59de2889-c3d3-4ebf-8826-13f30a3fa439&audience=consumer |
how long can i take ibuprofen | ibuprofen | Usage/time | It's safe to take ibuprofen regularly for many years if you need to as long as you don't take more than the recommended dosage.
If you need to take ibuprofen by mouth for a long time and you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer, your doctor may prescribe a medicine to help protect your stomach. | Can I take ibuprofen for a long time? | https://beta.nhs.uk/medicines/ibuprofen-for-adults/ |
how can i split a 3mg or 4mg waefin pill so i can get a 2.5mg pill | warfarin | Usage | Warfarin comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. Take warfarin at around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take warfarin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Call your doctor immediately if you take more than your prescribed dose of warfarin.
Your doctor will probably start you on a low dose of warfarin and gradually increase or decrease your dose based on the results of your blood tests. Make sure you understand any new dosing instructions from your doctor. | How should this medicine be used? | https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682277.html |
does doxycycline contain resin and shellac in it. ? | doxycycline | Ingredient | INACTIVE INGREDIENTS:
SILICON DIOXIDE
STARCH, CORN
CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM
DOCUSATE SODIUM
SODIUM BENZOATE
MAGNESIUM STEARATE
CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE
FD&C BLUE NO. 2
FD&C YELLOW NO. 6
HYPROMELLOSES
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS
TITANIUM DIOXIDE | INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=9b52e0a7-f024-4d8a-a59e-374946e60b44&audience=consumer |