Zolacos

Zolacos may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Zolacos

Bicalutamide

Bicalutamide is reported as an ingredient of Zolacos in the following countries:

• Australia

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Oftacilox

Oftacilox may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Oftacilox

Ciprofloxacin

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

• Italy


• Portugal


• Spain

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Doxycyclin-ratiopharm

Doxycyclin-ratiopharm may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Doxycyclin-ratiopharm

Doxycycline

Doxycycline hyclate (a derivative of Doxycycline) is reported as an ingredient of Doxycyclin-ratiopharm in the following countries:

• Germany


• Luxembourg

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Apo Clopidogrel

Apo Clopidogrel may be available in the countries listed below.

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Clopidogrel

Clopidogrel is reported as an ingredient of Apo Clopidogrel in the following countries:

• Singapore

Clopidogrel hydrogen sulfate (a derivative of Clopidogrel) is reported as an ingredient of Apo Clopidogrel in the following countries:

• New Zealand

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Vertel

Vertel may be available in the countries listed below.

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Pyrantel

Pyrantel embonate (a derivative of Pyrantel) is reported as an ingredient of Vertel in the following countries:

• Portugal

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Merrem

Merrem is a brand name of meropenem, approved by the FDA in the following formulation(s):

MERREM (meropenem - injectable; injection)

• 
  Manufacturer: ASTRAZENECA
  
  Approval date: June 21, 1996
  
  Strength(s): 1GM/VIAL ^[RLD][AP], 500MG/VIAL ^[RLD][AP]

Has a generic version of Merrem been approved?

Yes. The following products are equivalent to Merrem:

meropenem injectable; injection

• 
  Manufacturer: ACS DOBFAR
  
  Approval date: October 26, 2011
  
  Strength(s): 1GM/VIAL ^[AP], 500MG/VIAL ^[AP]


• 
  Manufacturer: HOSPIRA INC
  
  Approval date: June 22, 2010
  
  Strength(s): 1GM/VIAL ^[AP], 500MG/VIAL ^[AP]


• 
  Manufacturer: SANDOZ
  
  Approval date: March 29, 2011
  
  Strength(s): 1GM/VIAL ^[AP], 500MG/VIAL ^[AP]

Note: Fraudulent online pharmacies may attempt to sell an illegal generic version of Merrem. These medications may be counterfeit and potentially unsafe. If you purchase medications online, be sure you are buying from a reputable and valid online pharmacy. Ask your health care provider for advice if you are unsure about the online purchase of any medication.

See also: About generic drugs.

Related Patents

There are no current U.S. patents associated with Merrem.

See also...

• Merrem Consumer Information (Drugs.com)
• Merrem Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Merrem Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Merrem AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)
• Meropenem Consumer Information (Wolters Kluwer)
• Meropenem Consumer Information (Cerner Multum)
• Merrem IV Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Meropenem Intravenous Advanced Consumer Information (Micromedex)
• Meropenem AHFS DI Monographs (ASHP)

Pentoxicux

Pentoxicux may be available in the countries listed below.

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Pentoxifylline

Pentoxifylline is reported as an ingredient of Pentoxicux in the following countries:

• Germany

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Aceprom

Aceprom may be available in the countries listed below.

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

Ingredient matches for Aceprom

Acepromazine

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

• Netherlands


• South Africa

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Zolinza

In the US, Zolinza (vorinostat systemic) is a member of the drug class histone deacetylase inhibitors and is used to treat Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma.

US matches:

• Zolinza

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Vorinostat

Vorinostat is reported as an ingredient of Zolinza in the following countries:

• United States

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Zantic 75

Zantic 75 may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Zantic 75

Ranitidine

Ranitidine hydrochloride (a derivative of Ranitidine) is reported as an ingredient of Zantic 75 in the following countries:

• Switzerland

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Zovir

Zovir may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Zovir

Acyclovir

Aciclovir is reported as an ingredient of Zovir in the following countries:

• Denmark


• Iceland

Aciclovir sodium salt (a derivative of Aciclovir) is reported as an ingredient of Zovir in the following countries:

• Iceland

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Acido clavulanico

Acido clavulanico may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Acido clavulanico

Clavulanate

Acido clavulanico (DCIT) is known as Clavulanate in the US.

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Glossary

DCIT	Denominazione Comune Italiana

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Oxedrine Tartrate

Oxedrine Tartrate may be available in the countries listed below.

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Oxedrine

Oxedrine Tartrate (BANM) is also known as Oxedrine (BAN)

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Glossary

BAN	British Approved Name
BANM	British Approved Name (Modified)

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Reducid

Reducid may be available in the countries listed below.

Ingredient matches for Reducid

Ranitidine

Ranitidine is reported as an ingredient of Reducid in the following countries:

• Ethiopia

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bivalirudin Intravenous

bye-VAL-i-roo-din

Commonly used brand name(s)

In the U.S.

• Angiomax

Available Dosage Forms:

• Powder for Solution

Therapeutic Class: Anticoagulant

Pharmacologic Class: Thrombin Inhibitor, Direct

Chemical Class: Hirudin Related

Uses For bivalirudin

Bivalirudin is used together with aspirin to decrease the clotting ability of the blood and to help prevent harmful clots from forming in the blood vessels. It is used in patients who are having certain heart and blood vessel procedures, such as coronary angioplasty.

bivalirudin is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Before Using bivalirudin

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 bivalirudin, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to bivalirudin 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.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of bivalirudin in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.

Geriatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of bivalirudin in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have bleeding problems than younger adults, which may require caution in patients receiving bivalirudin.

Pregnancy

	Pregnancy Category	Explanation
All Trimesters	B	Animal studies have revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus, however, there are no adequate studies in pregnant women OR animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus.

Breast Feeding

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.

Interactions with Medicines

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 receiving bivalirudin, 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 bivalirudin 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.

• Abciximab


• Acenocoumarol


• Alteplase, Recombinant


• Anistreplase


• Argatroban


• Bromfenac


• Celecoxib


• Chamomile


• Citalopram


• Clopidogrel


• Dabigatran Etexilate


• Dalteparin


• Danaparoid


• Desvenlafaxine


• Diclofenac


• Diflunisal


• Dipyridamole


• Drotrecogin Alfa


• Enoxaparin


• Eptifibatide


• Escitalopram


• Etodolac


• Fluoxetine


• Flurbiprofen


• Fluvoxamine


• Fondaparinux


• Garlic


• Ginkgo


• Heparin


• Ibuprofen


• Ibuprofen Lysine


• Indomethacin


• Ketoprofen


• Ketorolac


• Lepirudin


• Magnesium Salicylate


• Mefenamic Acid


• Meloxicam


• Milnacipran


• Nabumetone


• Naproxen


• Nepafenac


• Oxaprozin


• Papaya


• Paroxetine


• Phenindione


• Phenprocoumon


• Piroxicam


• Reteplase, Recombinant


• Rivaroxaban


• Salsalate


• Sertraline


• St John's Wort


• Streptokinase


• Sulindac


• Tan-Shen


• Tenecteplase


• Ticlopidine


• Tinzaparin


• Tirofiban


• Tolmetin


• Urokinase


• Venlafaxine


• Warfarin

Using bivalirudin 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.

• Avocado


• Chondroitin


• Coenzyme Q10


• Curcumin


• Dong Quai


• Ginger


• Green Tea


• Vitamin A

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

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.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of bivalirudin. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Bleeding problems, active—Should not be used in patients with this condition.

• Brachytherapy (a radiation treatment)—Use with caution. Your chance of having blot clots may be increased.

• Kidney disease—Use with caution. May require an adjustment of dosage for patients with this condition.

Proper Use of bivalirudin

A nurse or other trained health professional will give you bivalirudin. bivalirudin is given through a needle placed into one of your veins.

Precautions While Using bivalirudin

It is very important that your doctor check you at regular visits after you leave the hospital for any problems or unwanted effects that may be caused by bivalirudin. Be sure to keep all appointments.

Bivalirudin may increase your chance of bleeding. Check with your doctor right away if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising; black, tarry stools; blood in the urine or stools; or pinpoint red spots on your skin. Avoid picking your nose. If you need to blow your nose, blow it gently.

bivalirudin Side Effects

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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

• Abdominal pain or swelling


• arm, back, or jaw pain


• black, tarry stools


• blood in the eyes


• blood in the urine


• blurred vision


• bruising or purple areas on the skin


• chest pain or discomfort


• chest tightness or heaviness


• confusion


• coughing up blood


• decreased alertness


• dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly


• headache


• joint pain or swelling


• nausea


• nervousness


• nosebleeds


• pounding in the ears


• shortness of breath


• slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat


• sweating


• unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

• Decrease in frequency of urination


• decrease in urine volume


• difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)


• lightheadedness or fainting


• painful urination

Rare

• Blue lips and fingernails


• changes in skin color


• cold hands and feet


• cough or hoarseness


• coughing that sometimes produces a pink frothy sputum


• difficult, fast, noisy breathing, sometimes with wheezing


• fever or chills


• increased blood pressure


• increased thirst


• loss of appetite


• lower back or side pain


• pain, redness, or swelling in the arm or leg


• pale skin


• paralysis of the face


• rapid, shallow breathing


• severe numbness, especially on one side of the face or body


• swelling in the legs and ankles


• swelling of the face, fingers, or lower legs


• troubled breathing


• vomiting


• weight gain

Incidence not known

• Bleeding gums


• difficulty in swallowing


• hives


• increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding


• irritation


• itching


• joint stiffness


• pains in the chest, groin, or legs, especially calves of legs


• paralysis


• prolonged bleeding from cuts


• rash


• red or dark brown urine


• redness of the skin


• severe headaches of sudden onset


• sudden loss of coordination


• sudden onset of shortness of breath for no apparent reason


• sudden onset of slurred speech


• sudden vision changes


• swelling of the eyelids, lips, hands, or feet


• wheezing

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:

More common

• Fear or nervousness


• pain where the needle is placed


• pelvic pain


• sleeplessness


• trouble sleeping


• unable to sleep

Less common

• Acid or sour stomach


• belching


• heartburn


• indigestion


• stomach discomfort, upset, or pain

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: bivalirudin Intravenous side effects (in more detail)

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