Levodopa/Carbidopa PCH may be available in the countries listed below.
Carbidopa monohydrate (a derivative of Carbidopa) is reported as an ingredient of Levodopa/Carbidopa PCH in the following countries:
Levodopa is reported as an ingredient of Levodopa/Carbidopa PCH in the following countries:
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Potassium Richard may be available in the countries listed below.
Potassium Chloride is reported as an ingredient of Potassium Richard in the following countries:
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Ficor may be available in the countries listed below.
Nifedipine is reported as an ingredient of Ficor in the following countries:
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Ceftazidime Panpharma Enfants et Nourrissons may be available in the countries listed below.
Ceftazidime pentahydrate (a derivative of Ceftazidime) is reported as an ingredient of Ceftazidime Panpharma Enfants et Nourrissons in the following countries:
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Miconex may be available in the countries listed below.
Miconazole nitrate (a derivative of Miconazole) is reported as an ingredient of Miconex in the following countries:
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bel-a-DON-a, OH-pee-um
Chemical Class: Opium (class)
Belladonna and opium suppositories are used to relieve moderate to severe pain caused by ureteral spasm. belladonna and opium belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines).
When a narcotic is used for a long time, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence. Physical dependence may lead to withdrawal side effects if treatment is stopped suddenly. However, severe withdrawal side effects can usually be prevented by gradually reducing the dose over a period of time before treatment is stopped completely.
belladonna and opium is available only with your doctor's prescription.
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For belladonna and opium, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to belladonna and opium or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Use of belladonna and opium suppositories are not recommended in children 12 years of age and younger.
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of belladonna and opium suppositories in geriatric patients. However, elderly patients may be more sensitive to the effects of belladonna and opium, which may require caution.
| Pregnancy Category | Explanation | |
|---|---|---|
| All Trimesters | C | Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR no animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate studies in pregnant women. |
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking belladonna and opium, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using belladonna and opium with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.
Using belladonna and opium with any of the following medicines is usually not recommended, but may be required in some cases. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Using belladonna and opium with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of belladonna and opium. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
Use belladonna and opium only as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. This is especially important for elderly patients, who may be more sensitive to the effects of pain medicines. If too much of belladonna and opium is used for a long time, it may become habit-forming (causing mental or physical dependence).
To use the suppository:
The dose of belladonna and opium will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of belladonna and opium. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
If you miss a dose of belladonna and opium, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Do not refrigerate the suppositories.
It is very important that your doctor check the progress of you or your child while you are using belladonna and opium. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to use it.
belladonna and opium may be habit-forming. If you feel that the medicine is not working as well, do not use more than your prescribed dose.
Using narcotics for a long time can cause severe constipation. To prevent this, your doctor may direct you to take laxatives, drink a lot of fluids, or increase the amount of fiber in your diet. Be sure to follow the directions carefully, because continuing constipation can lead to more serious problems.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Genestron may be available in the countries listed below.
Levonorgestrel is reported as an ingredient of Genestron in the following countries:
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Generic Name: brompheniramine and diphenhydramine (BROM fen IR a meen and DYE fen HYE dra meen)
Brand Names: Ala-Hist
Brompheniramine and diphenhydramine are antihistamines that reduce the effects of the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
The combination of brompheniramine and diphenhydramine is used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
Brompheniramine and diphenhydramine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medication if you have:
a blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines), a colostomy or ileostomy;
liver or kidney disease;
cough with mucus, or cough caused by smoking, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis;
enlarged prostate or urination problems;
low blood pressure; or
if you take potassium (Cytra, Epiklor, K-Lyte, K-Phos, Kaon, Klor-Con, Polycitra, Urocit-K).
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Cold medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Do not take for longer than 7 days in a row. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache or skin rash.
Since cold medicine is taken when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are taking the medication regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Overdose symptoms may include severe forms of some of the side effects listed in this medication guide.
fast or uneven heart rate;
mood changes;
tremor, seizure (convulsions);
easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;
feeling short of breath; or
urinating less than usual or not at all.
Less serious side effects may include:
dizziness, drowsiness;
dry mouth, nose, or throat;
constipation;
blurred vision; or
feeling nervous or restless.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:
Brompheniramine-diphenhydramine 6 mg-25 mg oral tablet, extended release:
1 to 2 tablets orally every 12 hours not to exceed 4 tablets daily.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:
Brompheniramine-diphenhydramine 6 mg-25 mg oral tablet, extended release:
6 to 11 years: 0.5 to 1 tablet orally every 12 hours not to exceed 2 tablets daily.
12 years or older: 1 to 2 tablets orally every 12 hours not to exceed 4 tablets daily.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take brompheniramine and diphenhydramine if you are also using any of the following drugs:
atropine (Atreza, Sal-Tropine);
benztropine (Cogentin);
diphenhydramine (Benadryl) applied to the skin;
topiramate (Topamax);
zonisamide (Zonegran);
anti-nausea medications such as belladonna (Donnatal), dimenhydrinate (Dramamine), droperidol (Inapsine), methscopolamine (Pamine), or scopolamine (Transderm Scop);
bladder or urinary medications such as darifenacin (Enablex), flavoxate (Urispas), oxybutynin (Ditropan, Oxytrol), solifenacin (Vesicare), tolterodine (Detrol), or Urogesic Blue;
bronchodilators such as ipratropium (Atrovent) or tiotropium (Spiriva);
irritable bowel medications such as dicyclomine (Bentyl), hyoscyamine (Hyomax), or propantheline (Pro Banthine); or
ulcer medicine such as glycopyrrolate (Robinul) or mepenzolate (Cantil).
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with brompheniramine and diphenhydramine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Fungospor may be available in the countries listed below.
Itraconazole is reported as an ingredient of Fungospor in the following countries:
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Generic Name: bivalirudin (bye VAL i roo din)
Brand Names: Angiomax
Bivalirudin keeps the platelets in your blood from coagulating (clotting) to prevent unwanted blood clots that can occur with certain heart or blood vessel conditions.
Bivalirudin is used to prevent blood clots in people with severe chest pain or other conditions who are undergoing a procedure called angioplasty (to open blocked arteries).
Bivalirudin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment with bivalirudin and aspirin.
Before using bivalirudin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have heart disease, kidney disease, or a bleeding or blood clotting disorder such as hemophilia.
Because bivalirudin keeps your blood from coagulating (clotting) to prevent unwanted blood clots, it can also make it easier for you to bleed, even from a minor injury. Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if you have bleeding that will not stop.
Before using bivalirudin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:
heart disease;
kidney disease; or
a bleeding or blood clotting disorder (such as hemophilia).
If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to use bivalirudin, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment with bivalirudin and aspirin.
Bivalirudin is given as an injection through a needle placed into a vein. You will receive this injection during your angioplasty procedure in a clinic or hospital setting. The medicine must be given throughout the entire procedure.
Bivalirudin is usually given together with aspirin.
Because bivalirudin keeps your blood from coagulating (clotting) to prevent unwanted blood clots, it can also make it easier for you to bleed, even from a minor injury. Contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if you have bleeding that will not stop.
See also: Bivalirudin dosage (in more detail)
Since bivalirudin is usually given in a hospital or clinic setting as needed, it is not likely that you will miss a dose.
Symptoms of a bivalirudin overdose are not known.
Bivalirudin lowers blood cells that help your blood clot. This can make it easier for you to bruise or bleed from an injury or minor cut. Avoid activities that increase your risk of a bruising or bleeding injury. Use extra caution to avoid cuts when brushing your teeth or shaving.
sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
sudden headache, confusion, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
pain or swelling in one or both legs;
any bleeding that will not stop;
black, bloody, or tarry stools;
coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
slow heart rate;
increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure);
decreased blood pressure (feeling light-headed or fainting); or
urinating less than usual or not at all.
Less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:
pain in your back or pelvis;
nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or upset;
feeling restless or nervous;
headache;
fever;
sleep problems (insomnia);
pain, bleeding, or irritation where the injection was given.
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.
Usual Adult Dose for Angina Pectoris:
Initial: 0.75 mg/kg administered as an intravenous bolus dose, followed by 1.75 mg/kg/hour for the duration of the PCI procedure.
Five minutes after the bolus dose, an ACT should be performed and an additional bolus of 0.3 mg/kg should be given if needed. Administration of a glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitor should be considered in the event that any of the following conditions are present: decreased TIMI flow (0 to 2) or slow reflow; dissection with decreased flow; new or suspected thrombus; persistent residual stenosis; distal embolization; unplanned stent; suboptimal stenting; side branch closure; abrupt closure; clinical instability; and prolonged ischemia.
The recommended dose of bivalirudin in patients with HIT/HITTS undergoing PCI is an IV bolus dose of 0.75 mg/kg, followed by a continuous infusion at a rate of 1.75 mg/kg/hour for the duration of the procedure.
Continuation of the infusion for up to 4 hours post procedure is optional. After 4 hours, an additional IV infusion may be initiated at a rate of 0.2 mg/kg/hour for up to 20 hours if needed.
Bivalirudin is intended for use with aspirin (300 mg to 325 mg daily), and has been studied only in patients receiving concomitant aspirin.
Usual Adult Dose for Percutaneous Coronary Intervention:
Initial: 0.75 mg/kg administered as an intravenous bolus dose, followed by 1.75 mg/kg/hour for the duration of the PCI procedure.
Five minutes after the bolus dose, an ACT should be performed and an additional bolus of 0.3 mg/kg should be given if needed. Administration of a glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitor should be considered in the event that any of the following conditions are present: decreased TIMI flow (0 to 2) or slow reflow; dissection with decreased flow; new or suspected thrombus; persistent residual stenosis; distal embolization; unplanned stent; suboptimal stenting; side branch closure; abrupt closure; clinical instability; and prolonged ischemia.
The recommended dose of bivalirudin in patients with HIT/HITTS undergoing PCI is an IV bolus dose of 0.75 mg/kg, followed by a continuous infusion at a rate of 1.75 mg/kg/hour for the duration of the procedure.
Continuation of the infusion for up to 4 hours post procedure is optional. After 4 hours, an additional IV infusion may be initiated at a rate of 0.2 mg/kg/hour for up to 20 hours if needed.
Bivalirudin is intended for use with aspirin (300 mg to 325 mg daily), and has been studied only in patients receiving concomitant aspirin.
Before receiving bivalirudin, tell your doctor if you are using or receiving any of the following drugs:
a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin), heparin, ardeparin (Normiflo), dalteparin (Fragmin), danaparoid (Orgaran), enoxaparin (Lovenox), or tinzaparin (Innohep); or
any other medications used to prevent blood clots, such as alteplase (Activase), anistreplase (Eminase), clopidogrel (Plavix), dipyridamole (Persantine), streptokinase (Kabikinase, Streptase), ticlopidine (Ticlid), or urokinase (Abbokinase).
If you are using any of these drugs, you may not be able to use bivalirudin, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.
There may be other drugs not listed that can affect bivalirudin. 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: bivalirudin side effects (in more detail)
Dynamogen may be available in the countries listed below.
Arginine aspartate (a derivative of Arginine) is reported as an ingredient of Dynamogen in the following countries:
Cyproheptadine 2-oxoglutarate (a derivative of Cyproheptadine) is reported as an ingredient of Dynamogen in the following countries:
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Cetirizina Ur may be available in the countries listed below.
Cetirizine dihydrochloride (a derivative of Cetirizine) is reported as an ingredient of Cetirizina Ur in the following countries:
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