Calcium Fresenius may be available in the countries listed below.
Calcium mixture of several salts (a derivative of Calcium) is reported as an ingredient of Calcium Fresenius in the following countries:
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Paroxetine Apotex may be available in the countries listed below.
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Generic Name: oxacillin (ox a SIL in)
Brand names: Bactocill, Oxacillin Sodium ADD-Vantage
Oxacillin is an antibiotic in the penicillin group of drugs. It fights bacteria in your body.
Oxacillin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as a staphylococcal (also called "staph") infection.
Oxacillin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Before using oxacillin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to cephalosporins such as Ceclor, Ceftin, Duricef, Keflex, and others, or if you have asthma, liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of any type of allergy.
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.
amoxicillin (Amoxil, Amoxicot, Biomox, Dispermox, Trimox);
ampicillin (Omnipen, Principen);
carbenicillin (Geocillin);
dicloxacillin (Dycill, Dynapen);
penicillin (Beepen-VK, Ledercillin VK, Pen-V, Pen-Vee K, Pfizerpen, V-Cillin K, Veetids, and others).
Before using oxacillin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs (especially cephalosporins such as Ceclor, Ceftin, Duricef, Keflex, and others), or if you have:
asthma;
liver disease;
kidney disease;
a bleeding or blood clotting disorder;
a history of diarrhea caused by taking antibiotics; or
a history of any type of allergy.
If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take oxacillin.
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. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
To be sure this medication is helping your condition, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your kidney or liver function may also need to be tested. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.
This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using oxacillin.
See also: Oxacillin dosage (in more detail)
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 your next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include confusion, behavior changes, a severe skin rash, urinating less than usual, or seizure (black-out or convulsions).
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it, call your doctor. Do not use any medicine to stop the diarrhea unless your doctor has told you to.
fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
diarrhea that is watery or bloody;
fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
urinating less than usual or not at all;
severe skin rash, itching, or peeling;
agitation, confusion, unusual thoughts or behavior; or
seizure (black-out or convulsions).
Less serious side effects may include:
nausea, vomiting, stomach pain;
vaginal itching or discharge;
headache;
swollen, black, or "hairy" tongue; or
thrush (white patches or inside your mouth or throat).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Usual Adult Dose for Endocarditis:
Native valve endocarditis due to staphylococci:
Oxacillin 2 g IV every 4 hours or 3 g IV every 6 hours (total 12 g/day) with or without gentamicin 3 mg/kg/day in 2 or 3 divided doses.
Duration: Oxacillin, 6 weeks; gentamicin 3 to 5 days
Prosthetic valve endocarditis due to staphylococci:
Oxacillin 2 g IV every 4 hours or 3 g IV every 6 hours (total 12 g/day) plus rifampin 300 mg orally every 8 hours, with or without gentamicin 3 mg/kg/day in 2 or 3 divided doses.
Duration: Oxacillin and rifampin, 6 weeks or more; gentamicin 2 weeks
Refer to current published guidelines for detailed recommendations.
Usual Adult Dose for Joint Infection:
2 g IV or IM every 4 to 6 hours for 3 to 4 weeks, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Longer therapy, for 6 weeks or more, may be required for prosthetic joint infections. A third-generation cephalosporin, ciprofloxacin, and/or rifampin should be added, depending on the results of the Gram stain.
Usual Adult Dose for Meningitis:
2 g IV or IM every 4 hours for 14 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection.
Usual Adult Dose for Osteomyelitis:
2 g IV or IM every 4 hours for 4 to 6 weeks, depending on the nature and severity of the infection. Chronic osteomyelitis may require additional oral antibiotic therapy, possibly for up to 6 months.
Usual Adult Dose for Pneumonia:
2 g IV or IM every 4 hours. Therapy should continue for 7 to 10 days if pneumococcus pneumonia is suspected and up to 21 days if other organisms are responsible.
Alternatively, 500 mg to 1 g orally every 4 to 6 hours, depending on the nature and severity of the infection.
Usual Adult Dose for Septicemia:
2 g IV or IM every 4 to 6 hours for 14 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection.
Usual Adult Dose for Sinusitis:
1 to 1.5 g IV or IM or 500 mg to 1 g orally every 4 to 6 hours for 10 to 14 days, depending on the nature and severity of the infection.
Usual Adult Dose for Skin or Soft Tissue Infection:
1 to 1.5 g IV or IM every 4 to 6 hours for 7 days, or for 3 days after acute inflammation resolves, depending on the nature and severity of the infection.
Alternatively, 500 mg orally every 4 to 6 hours may be used for mild infections or follow-up after initial parenteral therapy:
Usual Pediatric Dose for Bacterial Infection:
Neonates:
2000 g: 25 to 50 mg/kg IV or IM every 8 hours.
> 7 days, birthweight > 7 days, birthweight 1200 to 2000 g: 25 to 50 mg/kg IV or IM every 8 hours.
> 7 days, birthweight > 2000 g: 25 to 50 mg/kg IV or IM every 6 hours.
1 month to 12 years:
Mild to moderate infections:
Parenteral: 25 to 37.5 mg/kg IV or IM every 6 hours.
Oral: 12.5 mg/kg every 6 hours.
Severe infections: 150 to 200 mg/kg/day IV or IM in equally divided doses every 4 to 6 hours.
Maximum dose: 12 g/day.
Before taking oxacillin, tell your doctor if you are using any of the following drugs:
methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall); or
probenecid (Benemid).
This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with oxacillin. 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.
See also: oxacillin side effects (in more detail)
Colchimax may be available in the countries listed below.
Colchicine is reported as an ingredient of Colchimax in the following countries:
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Bisoprolol HCT Synthon may be available in the countries listed below.
Bisoprolol fumarate (a derivative of Bisoprolol) is reported as an ingredient of Bisoprolol HCT Synthon in the following countries:
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Loraday may be available in the countries listed below.
Loratadine is reported as an ingredient of Loraday in the following countries:
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Roxithromycin Sandoz may be available in the countries listed below.
Roxithromycin is reported as an ingredient of Roxithromycin Sandoz in the following countries:
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Simvafar may be available in the countries listed below.
Simvastatin is reported as an ingredient of Simvafar in the following countries:
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Alprazolam Pazolam may be available in the countries listed below.
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Etamolin may be available in the countries listed below.
Calcium Folinate is reported as an ingredient of Etamolin in the following countries:
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Reparil-Gel N may be available in the countries listed below.
Diethylamine Salicylate is reported as an ingredient of Reparil-Gel N in the following countries:
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Gastrazol may be available in the countries listed below.
Lansoprazole is reported as an ingredient of Gastrazol in the following countries:
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See also: Generic Betoptic S
Betoptic is a brand name of betaxolol ophthalmic, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
Yes. The following products are equivalent to Betoptic:
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Betoptic. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
There are no current U.S. patents associated with Betoptic.
Preventing tetanus and diphtheria infections.
Decavac is a vaccine. It works by stimulating the body to produce antibodies against tetanus and diphtheria.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Decavac. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if the patient has any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
Tell your health care provider if the patient is taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Decavac may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Use Decavac as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Decavac.
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Headache; mild fever; minor pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; tiredness.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blistering or sores at the injection site; fainting; muscle spasms; numbness or tingling of the arms or legs; seizure; severe or persistent dizziness, fever, or vomiting; severe or persistent joint pain; severe or persistent muscle weakness.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Decavac side effects (in more detail)
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Decavac is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Decavac at home, store Decavac as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Protect from light. Keep Decavac out of the reach of children and away from pets.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Decavac. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Gelnique is a brand name of oxybutynin, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Gelnique available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Gelnique. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
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Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.
Prolosan may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Gonadotrophin, Serum is reported as an ingredient of Prolosan in the following countries:
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Viskeen may be available in the countries listed below.
Pindolol is reported as an ingredient of Viskeen in the following countries:
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Fluoxetina Ciclum may be available in the countries listed below.
Fluoxetine hydrochloride (a derivative of Fluoxetine) is reported as an ingredient of Fluoxetina Ciclum in the following countries:
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Xeldrin may be available in the countries listed below.
Omeprazole is reported as an ingredient of Xeldrin in the following countries:
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Quinabic may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Norfloxacin nicotinate (a derivative of Norfloxacin) is reported as an ingredient of Quinabic in the following countries:
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Taven may be available in the countries listed below.
Atorvastatin calcium (a derivative of Atorvastatin) is reported as an ingredient of Taven in the following countries:
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Simvastatin-Isis may be available in the countries listed below.
Simvastatin is reported as an ingredient of Simvastatin-Isis in the following countries:
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Destirol may be available in the countries listed below.
Dextropropoxyphene hydrochloride (a derivative of Dextropropoxyphene) is reported as an ingredient of Destirol in the following countries:
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Gastifam may be available in the countries listed below.
Famotidine is reported as an ingredient of Gastifam in the following countries:
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Broomhexine HCl ratiopharm may be available in the countries listed below.
Bromhexine hydrochloride (a derivative of Bromhexine) is reported as an ingredient of Broomhexine HCl ratiopharm in the following countries:
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Fortal may be available in the countries listed below.
Pentamidine is reported as an ingredient of Fortal in the following countries:
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Fentadolon may be available in the countries listed below.
Fentanyl is reported as an ingredient of Fentadolon in the following countries:
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Cefazolina Genfar may be available in the countries listed below.
Cefazolin sodium salt (a derivative of Cefazolin) is reported as an ingredient of Cefazolina Genfar in the following countries:
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Dikoven may be available in the countries listed below.
Ketoconazole is reported as an ingredient of Dikoven in the following countries:
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Tinzaparine sodique may be available in the countries listed below.
Tinzaparine sodique (DCF) is known as Tinzaparin in the US.
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| DCF | Dénomination Commune Française |
AFT Leflunomide may be available in the countries listed below.
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Nimodipino GES may be available in the countries listed below.
Nimodipine is reported as an ingredient of Nimodipino GES in the following countries:
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Dimesul may be available in the countries listed below.
Nimesulide is reported as an ingredient of Dimesul in the following countries:
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EMU-V may be available in the countries listed below.
Erythromycin is reported as an ingredient of EMU-V in the following countries:
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Flucacid may be available in the countries listed below.
Flucloxacillin sodium salt (a derivative of Flucloxacillin) is reported as an ingredient of Flucacid in the following countries:
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Citidoline may be available in the countries listed below.
Citidoline (DCF) is known as Citicoline in the US.
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| DCF | Dénomination Commune Française |
Colevastina Lch may be available in the countries listed below.
Lovastatin is reported as an ingredient of Colevastina Lch in the following countries:
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Acido Alendronico Arrowblue may be available in the countries listed below.
Alendronic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Acido Alendronico Arrowblue in the following countries:
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Glucurolactone Lisheng Pharm may be available in the countries listed below.
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Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride may be available in the countries listed below.
Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride (USAN) is known as Dexmedetomidine in the US.
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Artix may be available in the countries listed below.
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Trip may be available in the countries listed below.
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A dietary supplement for certain patients with high blood levels of homocysteine or kidney failure, or those who are on dialysis or do not receive the proper amount of vitamins from their diet. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Diatex is a vitamin and folic acid combination. It works by providing vitamins and folic acid to the body to help meet nutritional requirements.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Diatex. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Diatex. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Diatex may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
Use Diatex as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Diatex.
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Drowsiness; headache; mild diarrhea; nausea.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); feeling of swelling of the entire body; numbness or tingling of the skin.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Diatex side effects (in more detail)
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.
Store Diatex at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Diatex out of the reach of children and away from pets.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Diatex. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Brimonidine AFT may be available in the countries listed below.
Brimonidine tartrate (a derivative of Brimonidine) is reported as an ingredient of Brimonidine AFT in the following countries:
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Enalapril M may be available in the countries listed below.
Enalapril maleate (a derivative of Enalapril) is reported as an ingredient of Enalapril M in the following countries:
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In the US, Hepsera (adefovir systemic) is a member of the drug class nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors (NRTIs) and is used to treat Hepatitis B.
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Adefovir dipivoxil (a derivative of Adefovir) is reported as an ingredient of Hepsera in the following countries:
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| SPC | Summary of Product Characteristics (UK) |
Pressural may be available in the countries listed below.
Indapamide hemihydrate (a derivative of Indapamide) is reported as an ingredient of Pressural in the following countries:
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Kurgan may be available in the countries listed below.
Cefazolin sodium salt (a derivative of Cefazolin) is reported as an ingredient of Kurgan in the following countries:
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Ventolin Inhalador may be available in the countries listed below.
Salbutamol sulfate (a derivative of Salbutamol) is reported as an ingredient of Ventolin Inhalador in the following countries:
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See also: Generic Combivent
Combivent Respimat is a brand name of albuterol/ipratropium, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):
No. There is currently no therapeutically equivalent version of Combivent Respimat available.
Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Combivent Respimat. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.
See also: About generic drugs.
Patents are granted by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office at any time during a drug's development and may include a wide range of claims.
Exclusivity is exclusive marketing rights granted by the FDA upon approval of a drug and can run concurrently with a patent or not. Exclusivity is a statutory provision and is granted to an NDA applicant if statutory requirements are met.
