Tuesday 21 July 2009

Amoxicilina Juventus




Amoxicilina Juventus may be available in the countries listed below.


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Amoxicillin

Amoxicillin trihydrate (a derivative of Amoxicillin) is reported as an ingredient of Amoxicilina Juventus in the following countries:


  • Spain

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Saturday 18 July 2009

Cetrimonium Chloride




Cetrimonium Chloride may be available in the countries listed below.


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Cetrimonium

Cetrimonium Chloride (BAN) is also known as Cetrimonium (DCF)

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BANBritish Approved Name
DCFDénomination Commune Française

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Thursday 16 July 2009

Selphamin




Selphamin may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Selphamin



Nicergoline

Nicergoline is reported as an ingredient of Selphamin in the following countries:


  • Japan

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Wednesday 15 July 2009

Acidum Acetylsalicylicum




Acidum Acetylsalicylicum may be available in the countries listed below.


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Aspirin

Acetylsalicylic Acid is reported as an ingredient of Acidum Acetylsalicylicum in the following countries:


  • Georgia

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Tuesday 14 July 2009

Piokil Plus




Piokil Plus may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Piokil Plus



Permethrin

Permethrin is reported as an ingredient of Piokil Plus in the following countries:


  • Venezuela

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Thursday 9 July 2009

Norfloxacine




Norfloxacine may be available in the countries listed below.


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Norfloxacin

Norfloxacine (DCF) is known as Norfloxacin in the US.

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DCFDénomination Commune Française

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Wednesday 8 July 2009

Romazicon


Generic Name: flumazenil (floo MAZ e nil)

Brand Names: Romazicon


What is Romazicon (flumazenil)?

Flumazenil reverses the effects of certain types of sedatives from the benzodiazepine (ben-zo-dye-AYZ-e-peen) group of drugs. This includes Valium, Xanax, Tranxene, Librium, ProSom, Dalmane, Ativan, Restoril, Halcion, and others.


Flumazenil is used to reverse the sedative effects of a benzodiazepine when used during surgery or other medical procedure. Flumazenil is also used to treat benzodiazepine overdose.


Flumazenil may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about Romazicon (flumazenil)?


You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to flumazenil or any type of benzodiazepine sedative, or if you have taken an overdose of antidepressant medication such as Elavil, Janimine, Tofranil, Norpramin, Desyrel, Ascendin, Anafranil, Sinequan, Pamelor, Vivactil, or Surmontil.

Before receiving flumazenil, tell your doctor if you have a seizure disorder, liver disease, a history of head injury, uncontrolled muscle twitches, a breathing disorder, anxiety or panic disorder, or a history of drug or alcohol addiction.



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You may have temporary amnesia while you are coming out of sedation after a surgery. You may not remember everything going on around you during this time.


Flumazenil can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. For at least 18 hours after you leave the hospital or surgery center, do not drive or do anything else that requires you to be awake and alert. Continue to limit these activities until you no longer feel sedated (weak, drowsy, or dizzy).

Even though you may feel alert after waking up from sedation, your judgment or reactions may still be impaired. Follow your caregivers' instructions about limiting activities after receiving flumazenil.


Do not drink alcohol for at least 18 hours after receiving flumazenil, or if you still feel sedated.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving Romazicon (flumazenil)?


You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to flumazenil or any type of benzodiazepine sedative, or if you have taken an overdose of antidepressant medication such as Elavil, Janimine, Tofranil, Norpramin, Desyrel, Ascendin, Anafranil, Sinequan, Pamelor, Vivactil, or Surmontil.

Before receiving flumazenil, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:



  • epilepsy or other seizure disorder;




  • liver disease;




  • a history of head injury;




  • uncontrolled muscle twitches;




  • asthma or other breathing disorder;




  • panic or anxiety disorder; or




  • a history of drug or alcohol addiction.



If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use flumazenil, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.


FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether flumazenil passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is flumazenil given?


Flumazenil is given as an injection through a needle placed into a vein. You will receive this injection in a hospital or surgical clinic.


Flumazenil is usually effective in reversing sedation within 2 hours.


You may have temporary amnesia while you are coming out of sedation after a surgery. You may not remember everything going on around you during this time.


What happens if I miss a dose?


Since this medication is given as needed by a healthcare professional, it is not likely that you will miss a dose.


What happens if I overdose?


Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have received too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include feeling anxious or agitated, muscle tightness, or seizure (convulsions).


What should I avoid while receiving Romazicon (flumazenil)?


Flumazenil can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. For at least 18 hours after you leave the hospital or surgery center, do not drive or do anything else that requires you to be awake and alert. Continue to limit these activities until you no longer feel sedated (weak, drowsy, or dizzy).

Even though you may feel alert after waking up from sedation, your judgment or reactions may still be impaired. Follow your caregivers' instructions about limiting activities after receiving flumazenil.


Do not drink alcohol for at least 18 hours after receiving flumazenil, or if you still feel sedated.

Romazicon (flumazenil) side effects


Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • seizures (convulsions);




  • weak or shallow breathing;




  • continued drowsiness for longer than 2 hours after receiving flumazenil;




  • confusion, fear, panic attack; or




  • fast or uneven heart rate.



Less serious side effects include:



  • pain or irritation where the medicine was injected;




  • agitation or tremors (shaking);




  • warmth, redness, or tingly feeling under your skin;




  • dizziness;




  • sweating or shivering;




  • headache;




  • blurred vision; or




  • ringing in your ears.



Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


What other drugs will affect Romazicon (flumazenil)?


Before receiving flumazenil, tell your doctor if you have recently drank an alcoholic beverage, or if you are using any of the following drugs:



  • seizure medication;




  • eszopiclone (Lunesta);




  • antidepressants such as amitriptyline (Elavil, Etrafon), amoxapine (Ascendin), clomipramine (Anafranil), desipramine (Norpramin), doxepin (Sinequan), imipramine (Janimine, Tofranil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), protriptyline (Vivactil), or trimipramine (Surmontil); or




  • diazepam (Valium) or similar medicines such as alprazolam (Xanax), chlordiazepoxide (Librium), clorazepate (Tranxene), estazolam (ProSom), flurazepam (Dalmane), lorazepam (Ativan), midazolam (Versed), temazepam (Restoril), triazolam (Halcion), and others.



If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use flumazenil, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.


There may be other drugs not listed that can affect flumazenil. 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.



More Romazicon resources


  • Romazicon Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Romazicon Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Romazicon Drug Interactions
  • Romazicon Support Group
  • 0 Reviews for Romazicon - Add your own review/rating


  • Romazicon Prescribing Information (FDA)

  • Romazicon Monograph (AHFS DI)

  • Romazicon MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Flumazenil Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)



Compare Romazicon with other medications


  • Benzodiazepine Overdose
  • Reversal of Sedation


Where can I get more information?


  • Your doctor or pharmacist has information about flumazenil written for health professionals that you may read.

See also: Romazicon side effects (in more detail)


Tuesday 7 July 2009

Relaxam




Relaxam may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Relaxam



Tetrazepam

Tetrazepam is reported as an ingredient of Relaxam in the following countries:


  • Romania

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Monday 6 July 2009

Digobal




Digobal may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Digobal



Digoxin

Digoxin is reported as an ingredient of Digobal in the following countries:


  • Brazil

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Saturday 4 July 2009

Ulticadex




Ulticadex may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Ulticadex



Enalapril

Enalapril maleate (a derivative of Enalapril) is reported as an ingredient of Ulticadex in the following countries:


  • Greece

  • Malta

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