Alprax

Alprax may be available in the countries listed below.

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Alprazolam

Alprazolam is reported as an ingredient of Alprax in the following countries:

• Australia


• Bangladesh


• India


• Lithuania

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Mirubal

Mirubal may be available in the countries listed below.

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Phentermine

Phentermine hydrochloride (a derivative of Phentermine) is reported as an ingredient of Mirubal in the following countries:

• Venezuela

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Maxibol

Maxibol may be available in the countries listed below.

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Cobamamide

Cobamamide is reported as an ingredient of Maxibol in the following countries:

• Mexico


• Venezuela

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Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine

Pronunciation: dif-THEER-ee-ah/TET-a-nus/aye-SELL-yoo-ler pur-TUS-is/POE-lee-oh-VYE-rus
Generic Name: Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine
Brand Name: Kinrix

Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine is used for:

Immunizing children 4 to 6 years old against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis (whooping cough), and polio. Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine is used as the fourth or fifth dose in this vaccine schedule.

Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine is a vaccine. It works by providing long-term protection against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, and polio by stimulating the body to produce antibodies against bacteria or their toxins that cause these conditions.

Do NOT use Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine, including neomycin or polymyxin B


• you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, difficulty breathing, dizziness) or neurologic reaction to any previous dose of this or a similar vaccine


• you had a decreased level of consciousness, had prolonged seizures, or have been in a coma within 7 days of receiving any pertussis-containing vaccine


• you have a progressive neurologic disorder, including infantile spasms, uncontrolled epilepsy (seizures), or decreasing level of consciousness or coma

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine:

Some medical conditions may interact with Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances, especially latex


• if you have a fever, infection, illness, brain disease (eg, encephalopathy), diarrhea, a history of seizures, or if you are dehydrated


• if you have a weak immune system, or if you are receiving radiation therapy or chemotherapy


• if you have a history of Guillain-Barré syndrome after receiving a previous tetanus vaccine


• if you have received a previous pertussis vaccine and experienced any of the following symptoms afterwards: severe fever, fainting, unresponsiveness, persistent crying for more than 3 hours, or seizures with or without fever

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Immunosuppressive therapy including corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), antimetabolites (eg, methotrexate), alkylating agents (eg, cyclophosphamide), or cytotoxic drugs (eg, dactinomycin) because they may decrease Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine's effectiveness

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine 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.

How to use Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine:

Use Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine is usually given as an injection at the doctor's office, hospital, or a clinic.


• The injection is only given intramuscularly (IM, into a muscle), usually in the upper arm or upper thigh. This vaccine is administered as indicated in the recommended immunization schedule for infants and children. The vaccine schedule is started in infants between 6 weeks and 2 months old and should be completed before the child's seventh birthday. Booster injections may be required at the time of an injury in older children and adults if it has been 5 to 10 years since the last tetanus vaccine was received. Ask the doctor or pharmacist any questions that you may have about Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine.


• It is very important to receive each vaccine as scheduled. Be sure to make a note of when each vaccine was given for the child's medical record.


• If you miss a dose of the vaccine series, contact your doctor immediately.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine.

Important safety information:

• If you have a fever or infection, the doctor may delay giving the vaccine. Discuss the risks and benefits of vaccination with the doctor.


• There are various combinations of vaccines available. Based on previous reactions to vaccines, the doctor will determine the most appropriate ones to use.


• Keep all doctor and lab appointments while using Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine.


• This vaccine is not recommended for persons over 6 years old or in CHILDREN younger than 4 years old; safety and effectiveness in these age groups have not been confirmed.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine is not recommended for use in persons over 6 years old.

Possible side effects of Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine:

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:

Bruising, irritation, redness, pain, swelling, or tenderness at the injection site (these may last a few days); drowsiness; loss of appetite; mild fever.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); confusion; dehydration; fainting; fussiness, irritability, or excessive crying; high fever; one-sided weakness; seizures; severe or persistent drowsiness; severe stomach pain; slurred speech; swelling of the arm or lymph nodes; unresponsiveness; unusual bruising or bleeding; vision problems.

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.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.

Proper storage of Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine:

Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine at home, store Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep this product, as well as syringes and needles, out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine. 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.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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• Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine Drug Interactions
• Diphtheria, Tetanus Toxoids, Acellular Pertussis, and Inactivated Poliovirus Vaccine Support Group
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Buphenyl Powder

Pronunciation: SOE-dee-um FEN-il-BUE-ti-rate
Generic Name: Sodium Phenylbutyrate
Brand Name: Buphenyl

Buphenyl Powder is used for:

Treating urea cycle (nitrogen or ammonia excretion) disorders along with a prescribed diet.

Buphenyl Powder is a nutritional modifier. It works by helping rid the body of excess nitrogen waste by bypassing the urea cycle.

Do NOT use Buphenyl Powder if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Buphenyl Powder


• you have sudden high levels of ammonia in the blood

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Buphenyl Powder:

Some medical conditions may interact with Buphenyl Powder. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding


• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement


• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances


• if you have edema (swelling or water retention), heart failure or other heart problems, high blood pressure, or kidney or liver disease

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Buphenyl Powder. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), haloperidol, or valproic acid because these medicines increase blood ammonia levels


• Probenecid because it may increase the actions of Buphenyl Powder and the risk of Buphenyl Powder's side effects

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Buphenyl Powder 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.

How to use Buphenyl Powder:

Use Buphenyl Powder as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• An extra patient leaflet is available with Buphenyl Powder. Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this information.


• Take Buphenyl Powder orally (by mouth, gastrostomy, or nasogastric tube) with meals.


• Buphenyl Powder must be mixed with food or a liquid before you take it. If you mix Buphenyl Powder with food (solid or liquid), you must take it right away. If you mix Buphenyl Powder with water, it may be stored at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to one week for later use.


• Do not mix Buphenyl Powder with coffee, tea, or grapefruit, orange, or tomato juice.


• Shake lightly before each use.


• Use the measuring device included with your medicine. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.


• It is very important that your full dose for a 24-hour period is taken. The total daily dose should be taken in equally divided amounts (3 to 6 times per day).


• It is very important to follow the prescribed diet given to you by your doctor.


• If you miss a dose of Buphenyl Powder, take it as soon as possible that same day.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Buphenyl Powder.

Important safety information:

• Follow the diet plan given to you by your health care provider.


• Carry an ID card at all times that states that you have a urea cycle disorder.


• Lab tests, including blood tests for ammonia and acid levels, may be performed while you use Buphenyl Powder. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.


• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: It is not known if Buphenyl Powder can cause harm to the fetus. If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Buphenyl Powder while you are pregnant. It is not known if Buphenyl Powder is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you take Buphenyl Powder, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Buphenyl Powder:

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:

Bad taste in the mouth; body odor; decreased appetite; absent or irregular menstrual periods.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); decreased hearing; disorientation; headache; lightheadedness; memory problems; sleepiness.

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: Buphenyl side effects (in more detail)

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately.

Proper storage of Buphenyl Powder:

Store Buphenyl Powder at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. After opening, keep the bottle tightly closed. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Buphenyl Powder out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Buphenyl Powder, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.


• Buphenyl Powder is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.


• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.


• Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Buphenyl Powder. 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.

Issue Date: February 1, 2012

Database Edition 12.1.1.002

Copyright © 2012 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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MDB Cyperdip

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Cypermethrin

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• South Africa

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Loralab-D

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Loratadine

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• Peru

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Metocontin

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Metoclopramide

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• India


• Sri Lanka

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Flucosan

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Fluconazole

Fluconazole is reported as an ingredient of Flucosan in the following countries:

• Estonia

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Sertraline Almus

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Sertraline

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• France

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Aspirin Direct

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Aspirin

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• Bosnia & Herzegowina

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