Tuesday 24 March 2009

Méclofénoxate




Méclofénoxate may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Méclofénoxate



Meclofenoxate

Méclofénoxate (DCF) is also known as Meclofenoxate (Rec.INN)

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Glossary

DCFDénomination Commune Française
Rec.INNRecommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)

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Monday 23 March 2009

Symoxyl




Symoxyl may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Symoxyl



Amoxicillin

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


  • India

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Sunday 22 March 2009

Potekam




Potekam may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Potekam



Topotecan

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


  • Argentina

International Drug Name Search

Friday 20 March 2009

Aotal




Aotal may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Aotal



Acamprosate

Acamprosate calcium salt (a derivative of Acamprosate) is reported as an ingredient of Aotal in the following countries:


  • France

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Flea-Fence




Flea-Fence may be available in the countries listed below.


In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

Ingredient matches for Flea-Fence



Lufenuron

Lufenuron is reported as an ingredient of Flea-Fence in the following countries:


  • Netherlands

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Thursday 19 March 2009

Desitin Cream


Pronunciation: zingk OCKS-ide
Generic Name: Zinc Oxide
Brand Name: Examples include Desitin and Diaparene


Desitin Cream is used for:

Preventing and treating diaper rash. It can also be used to treat minor skin irritations (eg, cuts, burns, and scrapes, poison ivy).


It works by providing a skin barrier to prevent and help heal skin irritation.


Do NOT use Desitin Cream if:


  • you are allergic to any ingredient in Desitin Cream

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



Before using Desitin Cream:


Some medical conditions may interact with Desitin Cream. 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

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Desitin Cream. However, no specific interactions with Desitin Cream are known at this time.


This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Desitin Cream 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 Desitin Cream:


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


  • First, wash your hands. Then wash and dry the affected area, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Apply a generous amount of medicine to completely cover the affected area. Wash your hands immediately after using Desitin Cream.

  • Desitin Cream is for external use only. Avoid getting Desitin Cream in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

  • Use Desitin Cream when diaper rash, redness, chafing, or skin irritation appears.

  • Change wet and dirty diapers at once, clean the diaper area, and allow the area to dry.

  • To help prevent diaper rash, apply Desitin Cream to the diaper area before you have to, especially at bedtime.

  • Apply Desitin Cream freely as often as needed with each diaper change, especially at bedtime.

  • For minor, noninfected scrapes and burns, apply a thin layer of Desitin Cream, using a bandage if necessary.

  • If diaper rash worsens or does not improve within 7 days, contact your child's doctor.

  • If you miss a dose of Desitin Cream, use it as soon as you remember. Continue to use it as directed by your doctor or on the package label.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Desitin Cream.



Important safety information:


  • Desitin Cream may be harmful if swallowed. If you or someone you know may have taken Desitin Cream by mouth, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

  • PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Desitin Cream during pregnancy. It is unknown if Desitin Cream is excreted in breast milk. Check with your doctor before breast-feeding.


Possible side effects of Desitin Cream:


All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:



Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; 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: Desitin 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 Desitin Cream:

Store between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Keep Desitin Cream out of the reach of children and away from pets.


General information:


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

  • Desitin Cream 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 Desitin Cream. 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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Sunday 15 March 2009

Zinsul




Zinsul may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Zinsul



Zinc Sulfate

Zinc Sulfate is reported as an ingredient of Zinsul in the following countries:


  • Bangladesh

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Friday 13 March 2009

Zolpidem-Puren




Zolpidem-Puren may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Zolpidem-Puren



Zolpidem

Zolpidem tartrate (a derivative of Zolpidem) is reported as an ingredient of Zolpidem-Puren in the following countries:


  • Germany

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Monday 9 March 2009

Zinovat




Zinovat may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Zinovat



Fluoxetine

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


  • Greece

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Thursday 5 March 2009

Glynose




Glynose may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Glynose



Acarbose

Acarbose is reported as an ingredient of Glynose in the following countries:


  • Turkey

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Wednesday 4 March 2009

Zebinix




Zebinix may be available in the countries listed below.


UK matches:

  • Zebinix 800mg tablets
  • Zebinix 800mg tablets (SPC)

Ingredient matches for Zebinix



Eslicarbazepine

Eslicarbazepine acetate (a derivative of Eslicarbazepine) is reported as an ingredient of Zebinix in the following countries:


  • Germany

  • Sweden

  • United Kingdom

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SPC Summary of Product Characteristics (UK)

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Sunday 1 March 2009

Colprone




Colprone may be available in the countries listed below.


Ingredient matches for Colprone



Medrogestone

Medrogestone is reported as an ingredient of Colprone in the following countries:


  • France

  • Tunisia

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