Ketotifen Ratiopharm may be available in the countries listed below.
Ketotifen fumarate (a derivative of Ketotifen) is reported as an ingredient of Ketotifen Ratiopharm in the following countries:
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Novador may be available in the countries listed below.
Cefuroxime axetil (a derivative of Cefuroxime) is reported as an ingredient of Novador in the following countries:
Cefuroxime sodium salt (a derivative of Cefuroxime) is reported as an ingredient of Novador in the following countries:
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Cavinton Forte may be available in the countries listed below.
Vinpocetine is reported as an ingredient of Cavinton Forte in the following countries:
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In the US, Lantus (insulin glargine systemic) is a member of the drug class insulin and is used to treat Diabetes - Type 1 and Diabetes - Type 2.
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Zolpidem tartrate (a derivative of Zolpidem) is reported as an ingredient of Lantus in the following countries:
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Glossary
| SPC | Summary of Product Characteristics (UK) |
Generic Name: dirithromycin (Oral route)
dye-rith-roe-MYE-sin
In the U.S.
Available Dosage Forms:
Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic
Chemical Class: Macrolide
Dirithromycin is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
Dirithromycin was available only with your doctor's prescription.
Dirithromycin is no longer available in the United States.
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 this medicine, the following should be considered:
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine 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.
Studies on this medicine have been only in adult patients, and there is no specific information comparing use of dirithromycin in children with use in other age groups.
This medicine has been tested in a limited number of elderly patients and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.
| 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 this medicine, 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 this medicine 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 this medicine 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 this medicine 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 this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
This section provides information on the proper use of a number of products that contain dirithromycin. It may not be specific to Dynabac. Please read with care.
Dirithromycin should be taken with food or within 1 hour after eating.
To help clear up your infection completely, keep taking dirithromycin for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better after a few days. If you stop taking this medicine too soon, your symptoms may return.
Do not cut, crush, or chew dirithromycin tablets.
The dose of this medicine 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 this medicine. 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 this medicine, 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.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
If your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
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 as soon as possible if any of the following side effects 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.
See also: Dynabac side effects (in more detail)
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Cotrim-Diolan may be available in the countries listed below.
Sulfamethoxazole is reported as an ingredient of Cotrim-Diolan in the following countries:
Trimethoprim is reported as an ingredient of Cotrim-Diolan in the following countries:
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Cavea may be available in the countries listed below.
Calcium Phosphate is reported as an ingredient of Cavea in the following countries:
Colecalciferol is reported as an ingredient of Cavea in the following countries:
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Symptoms of menopause and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It may also have other uses. Check with your pharmacist for more details regarding the particular brand you use.
Black Cohosh is an herbal product. It has a similar effect to estrogen, a natural hormone in the body, which controls the menstrual cycle.
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Some medical conditions may interact with Black Cohosh. 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 Black Cohosh. However, no specific interactions are known at this time.
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Black Cohosh 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 Black Cohosh 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 Black Cohosh.
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:
Dizziness; nausea; stomach discomfort; vomiting.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
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: Black Cohosh 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 at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and light unless otherwise directed on the package label. Do not store in the bathroom. Most herbal products are not in childproof containers. Keep Black Cohosh out of the reach of children and away from pets.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Black Cohosh. 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.
Epilease may be available in the countries listed below.
In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.
Potassium Bromide is reported as an ingredient of Epilease in the following countries:
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In the US, Aromasin (exemestane systemic) is a member of the following drug classes: aromatase inhibitors, hormones/antineoplastics and is used to treat Breast Cancer.
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Exemestane is reported as an ingredient of Aromasin in the following countries:
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Diathynil may be available in the countries listed below.
Biotin is reported as an ingredient of Diathynil in the following countries:
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Novacarel may be available in the countries listed below.
Mesna is reported as an ingredient of Novacarel in the following countries:
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